Police in Rotherham are appealing for witnesses after three masked men in Fenton Woods robbed...

Published: 11:56 am September 9, 2024
Updated: 12:06 pm October 8, 2025
Police Appeal for Witnesses After 15-Year-Old Girl Robbed by Masked Men in Rotherham

Police in Rotherham are appealing for witnesses after three masked men in Fenton Woods robbed a 15-year-old girl on August 31.

The incident occurred at approximately 4.50pm near Munsbrough Lane. The young victim was approached by the three men who threatened her before stealing her necklace and cash.

Authorities have provided descriptions of the suspects:

  1. A man around 5’10” tall, muscular build, wearing a burgundy Nike tech fleece, balaclava, gloves, and black tracksuit bottoms.
  2. A black male, approximately 5’8″, muscular build, dressed in a black hoodie, balaclava, and black tracksuit bottoms.
  3. A white male, 5’10”, muscular build, wearing a green Nike tech fleece, balaclava, and black tracksuit bottoms.

A spokesperson for South Yorkshire Police said, “We are urging anyone who was in the vicinity of Fenton Woods last Saturday afternoon to come forward with any information they may have. No matter how small the detail, it could be crucial to our investigation.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact South Yorkshire Police through their online portal, live chat, or by calling 101 and quoting incident number 786 of August 31, 2024. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.

The investigation remains ongoing, and police are keen to ensure justice is served for the young victim.

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