Knife-Wielding Thief Strikes in Gosport Late at Night

Hampshire police are hunting a scruffy knife-wielding robber terrorising Gosport.

On the night of Thursday 30 June, between 10.15pm and 10.45pm, a man in his 30s was walking along Brockenhurst Road when he was approached by another man.

The thug asked for a light before flashing a knife and snatching the victim’s wallet.

Police Release Description of Suspect

  • White male, aged 20-29
  • Slim build, about 5ft 9in tall
  • Unkempt, scruffy blonde hair with stubble
  • Wearing a grey hoodie and dirty jeans

Officers want witnesses to come forward with any info or footage.

Could You Have Captured the Crime?

If you have private CCTV or Ring doorbell footage between Brockenhurst Roundabout and Anns Hill Road, police want to hear from you.

Drivers with dashcam footage in the area are also urged to get in touch.

How to Help Police Catch the Crook

Call Hampshire Police on 101 or report online here. Quote crime reference 44220261365.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.

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