Police are on the hunt for 2 men after a 22-year-old man was robbed in broad daylight in Shanklin last night (Thursday).
Shortly after 18:30 the victim was chased by 2 men wearing balaclavas at the County Ground football pitch on Green Lane. He was assaulted before the men stole a Samsung tablet, a silver men’s bracelet and a coat.
Thankfully, the victim was not seriously hurt and was left with a cut lip. He is now recovering at home.
Shockingly, 1 of the suspects is said to have been carrying a knife at the time of the incident, but the victim was not directly threatened or assaulted with this.
The men wanted in connection with the incident are described as aged between 18 and 25 years-old and of skinny build.
The first man was at least 6ft tall, his arms appeared to be long, and he was wearing a black balaclava and a grey hooded top with the hood up.
The second man was shorter and was carrying the knife. He was wearing a navy blue coloured balaclava and a dark hooded top with the hood pulled up.
Anyone with any information relating to this case is asked to contact Police on 101, quoting reference 44170289473. Information can also be given anoymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
