Police appeal after attempted robbery in Milton Keynes

Police are appealing for information following an attempted robbery in Milton Keynes.

The appeal relates to an incident that happened on Sunday (13/10) at approximately 2.10pm.

The victim, who Thames Valley Police have described as a man in his sixties, was walking his dog along the underpass between Springfield and Peartree Bridge alongside the Grand Union Canal.

While walking along the underpass, the victim was attacked from behind by the offender, who demanded his wallet. The victim refused to hand over the wallet and ran off.

The offender is described in the incident report as a white male, around 6ft tall and of a slim build. He was seen to be wearing a dark green/khaki tracksuit, with the hood covering his face.

Investigating officer DC Michael Edmonds, based at Milton Keynes police station, said, “We are appealing for information following this incident.

“We are asking anyone with information to please call 101 quoting reference 43240493193.

“Additionally we ask anyone with mobile footage to get in touch with the force in case it has captured something which may assist this investigation.

“If you do not wish to speak to police you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”