Appeal for information following attempted robbery in Bournemouth
Officers are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward following an attempted robbery in Bournemouth.
It was reported that between 11am and 11.10am on Monday 27 May 2024 the victim, a woman aged in her 30s, was walking her dog around Redhill Common when she was approached by a man who was wearing a balaclava.
The man reportedly threatened the woman with a knife and told her to hand over her dog. When she refused and the dog began barking, the man made off in the direction of Redhill Avenue.
The offender is described as white, around six feet tall and of slim build. He was wearing a grey tracksuit, with matching top and bottoms.
Police Constable Louis Kellaway, of Bournemouth police, said: “This must have been a very distressing encounter for the victim and we are carrying out a full investigation to identify the offender.
“I am appealing to anyone who was in the area on the morning of Monday 27 May 2024 and witnessed any suspicious activity, or a man matching the description given, to please contact us.
“I would also like to hear from any residents living around the area of Redhill Common, or motorists who were driving in the vicinity, if they have captured any relevant CCTV or dashcam footage.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240078948. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.
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