Appeal for information following robbery in Runcorn

Detectives are appealing for information from the public following a robbery in Runcorn.

At around 4.30pm on Tuesday 10 October, a 27-year-old man was cycling along a footpath in the Beechwood area.

An unknown man walking on the footpath shouted at the victim as he approached on his bicycle, before punching the victim to the face.

The man then stole the bicycle and rode off in the direction of Murdishaw.

The victim sustained serious jaw injuries and is currently receiving treatment.

The suspect was described as a white man, around 5’9” tall, with a stocky build and had a Scouse accent.

He was wearing a grey ‘Under Armour’ tracksuit and black ‘On’ trainers. He was also wearing black gloves.

Enquiries in relation to the incident are ongoing and officers are appealing for anyone with any information to come forward.

Detective Constable Matt Furlong, of Runcorn CID said: “Enquiries in relation to this incident are ongoing and we are doing all we can to establish what has taken place.

“As part of our investigation we are keen to hear from anyone who was in the area and may have witnessed the incident.

“The same goes for anyone with anyone with any CCTV or dashcam footage.

“We’re also keen to hear from anyone who has any information in relation to the whereabout of the stolen bike – a grey and blue KTM hardtail mountain bike, with blue ‘KTM’ lettering on the frame.”

Anyone with any information in relation to the incident is asked to contact Cheshire Police via the website, or call 101, quoting IML 1667504.

Information can also be reported anonymously, via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.