Robbery - Gerrards Cross

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   Robbery – Gerrards Cross     

Detectives are appealing for information following a robbery in Gerrards Cross. 

At around 7.35pm on Monday (22/01) a 53-year-old man walking along the footpath at the end of Station Approach, was approached by two men. 

One offender told the man to hand over his laptop. The man replied that he wasn’t carrying one and showed them that his bag only contained papers. 

They then told him to hand over his mobile phone and wallet, and one pulled an object from his pocket, leading the man to believe he had a weapon. 

The man threw his phone at the pair and ran from the scene. 

The offenders are in their late teens to early twenties. One is around 5ft 9ins to 5ft 10ins, and has short hair in ringlets. The second is around 5ft 8ins. Both were wearing dark tracksuits with hooded tops. 

Investigating Officer, Det Con Zoe Hardy said: “This is the second similar incident we have had reported to us this month and, although the offenders appear to be different, the methods they have used in the robbery are similar. We are investigating the possibility that there may be a connection. 

“I would like to take this opportunity to suggest anyone walking alone carrying items that could be perceived as valuable electrical equipment such as laptops to try to stay in well lit public areas where there are likely to be passers by who may deter an opportunist offender. 

“Also, if you can, try and walk with other people. For example if getting off a bus or train, try to stay with others who have got off at the same stop or station. Be aware of anyone around you acting in an unexpected or suspicious manner.” 

Anyone with information about the robbery, or who recognises the men from the description is asked to contact Det Con Hardy at Amersham CID on 0845 8 505 505, or if you don’t want to talk to police or give your name, call the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111. 