Teen Cyclist Dragged, Threatened with Knife in Shocking Moped Snatch
A teenage cyclist was forcibly dragged off his bike and threatened at knifepoint in a brazen daylight attack on Slough’s Britwell estate.
The Chase on the Cinder Track
At around 4.30pm, police were alerted to a disturbing incident near Farnham Court Cottages, just south of the bike fences on the Cinder Track. Four youths – two on a red moped and two on a red bicycle – were reported following a lone 16-year-old boy cycling alone.
Violent Snatch and Flee
The group caught the boy, forcing him off his bike. Witnesses say the victim was threatened with what appeared to be a knife before being forced onto the moped. The gang then sped off, leaving the lone cyclist behind.
Descriptions of the Suspects
- Moped rider: Wearing all black, a jacket with hood up, and white lettering above the left knee.
- Moped passenger: Wearing black with a thin white stripe down the shoulder and broad stripes down the pant legs.
- Bicyclist (rider): White male in a grey tracksuit and white trainers.
- Bicyclist (passenger): Young black male in a green jacket, black trousers with a thin stripe, and red trainers.
The victim is described as a white boy, about 16 years old, dressed in a grey top and dark bottoms.
Police Appeal for Information
Detective Inspector Ryan Powell from Slough Police said:
“We believe this was a targeted incident with no threat to the wider public. Increased patrols are now in place in the area. We urgently need to speak with the victim to confirm their safety and verify any injuries. It’s possible he has returned home, as no missing persons matching his description have been reported. We’re keeping an open mind.”
Detective Inspector Powell added:
“We appeal to anyone who witnessed this frightening attack to get in touch. If you have any CCTV or dash-cam footage from the area around the time, please check it carefully. Any information could be crucial.”
Anyone with information is urged to call police on 101, quoting reference number 43240341832, or report online. Alternatively, call CrimeStoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
