Teens Threatened with Knife Outside Exeter School

A 14-year-old boy was targeted in a terrifying robbery attempt just after 4pm on February 28 outside Bishop Wordsworth’s School in Exeter Street.

Two older males, believed to be in their late teens, approached the victim. They threatened violence and implied they had a knife. Their demand? The boy’s mobile phone.

Luckily, the shaken victim got away unharmed.

Police Hunt Two Suspects

  • Suspect One: White male, around 5ft 10in, average build, clean-shaven with short black hair. He wore a black coat and blue jeans.
  • Suspect Two: White male, approximately 6ft 3in, skinny build, with brown stubble. He wore a navy blue hoody and navy tracksuit bottoms.

Officers want to speak to these two men in connection with the frightening incident.

Got Info? Contact Police Now

If you recognise these men, call 101 quoting crime reference number 54220021524.

You can also report tips anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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