Appeal for information following robbery on canal path, Newport

Gwent Police is appealing for information following a robbery which occurred in Newport yesterday, Monday 12th October.

A 34 year old man was riding his push bike along Bettws Lane, the path that runs alongside the canal near Kimberley Park, at approximately 10pm last night when he was approached by two men.

The two men engaged the victim in conversation and then punched him to the face causing him to fall into the canal. They made off from the scene in the direction of Malpas having stolen his push bike and mobile phone.

The victim was able to get him self out of the canal and to safety and did not sustain any serious injuries.

The offenders were both white males.

The first is described as being of stocky build, approximately 5 feet 11 inches tall and in his 30s. He was wearing a grey coloured beanie hat and an unzipped jacket.

The second offender is described as slightly shorter than the first, with black hair and was wearing a white top.

Any witnesses or anyone holding information about this incident that could assist police with inquiries is asked to contact DC Andy Dabinette on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.