Teenager arrested following Blidworth street robbery

By John Smith
Published 22nd Aug 2023, 11:41 BST
Updated 22nd Aug 2023, 11:41 BST
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A suspect has been arrested after a man was reportedly threatened with violence before being robbed of cash during a street robbery.

The incident happened in Main Street, Blidworth, at around 5.30pm on Sunday, August 20.

The victim wasn’t hurt but the suspect went through his bag and stole a quantity of cash before running off.

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Following inquiries, including checking CCTV footage, officers arrested a 19-year-old man on Monday, August 21 on suspicion of robbery.

A 19-year-old has been arrested following a street robbery in Blidworth. Photo: Nottinghamshire PoliceA 19-year-old has been arrested following a street robbery in Blidworth. Photo: Nottinghamshire Police
A 19-year-old has been arrested following a street robbery in Blidworth. Photo: Nottinghamshire Police

He remains in custody.

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Detective Sergeant Jackie Price, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “This was a distressing incident which left the victim feeling shaken and scared after he was approached in the street.

"Robbery is totally unacceptable and as a force we take it incredibly seriously.

"We will investigate reports and always strive to put suspects before the courts.”