Knife Threat at Croft Playing Fields
At around 4.25pm on February 26, a 16-year-old lad was at Croft Playing Fields with his electric bike when two teens approached him, demanding the bike.
One pulled a knife from his waistband and threatened the boy. During the scuffle, the victim suffered a hand injury.
Swift Police Action Leads to Arrests
Wiltshire Police quickly arrested two 16-year-olds linked to the robbery.
- One teen faces charges of robbery, possession of a class B drug, and dangerous driving — released on conditional bail.
- The second is held on suspicion of robbery and carrying an offensive weapon, currently in custody.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
“This was a frightening ordeal for the young victim, who was simply enjoying football before two males threatened him for his bike,” said Insp Jamie Brown.
