CCTV appeal after attempted robbery in Christchurch

As reported, Dorset Police was called at 10.13pm on Sunday July 24 to reports of an attempted robbery that occurred in the area of Dragoon Way, Christchurch.

A 14-year-old boy was approached by an unknown group of people and demands were made for his mobile phone.

During the incident the victim sustained a stab wound to his leg. He was taken to hospital for treatment for injuries that were not life-changing or life-threatening.

Dragoon Way in Christchurch. Picture: Bournemouth Daily Echo

Officers attended the scene and carried out a search of the area, but no one was located.

More than two weeks later and detectives investigating the incident are renewing their appeal for information and have issued CCTV images of three people they would like to identify.

Detective Constable Jonathan Siebert, of Bournemouth CID, said: “We are continuing to investigate this incident and have conducted a number of enquiries.

“I am now in a position to release CCTV images of three people we would like to identify as part of our investigation.

“I would urge anyone with information relating to their identity to please come forward.”

Dragoon Way in Christchurch. Picture: Bournemouth Daily Echo

In the aftermath of the incident, the victim’s mother spoke to the Echo about the “horrendous” incident.

She said: “My son was with a really nice group of friends. He was minding his own business, he’s not a troublemaker.

“There's just no way that anything like this should have happened. Our kids shouldn't have to worry about walking down the street in a residential area and being attacked.

“It was just horrendous.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk/contact, via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55220119805.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.