Sussex Police are appealing for witnesses following a robbery that took place in Brighton on the evening of 7 September.
At approximately 9:10 p.m., officers were called to The Level on Lewes Road after reports of an attack involving a group of seven men and two teenage boys. The assailants approached a 16-year-old boy, stole his mobile phone, and physically attacked him, leaving him with minor injuries. A second 16-year-old boy was also threatened and had his phone taken during the incident.
Police believe two passersby, a dog walker and a woman, may have witnessed the robbery. Officers are urging these individuals, or anyone with any additional information, to come forward.
Anyone with details about the incident is asked to contact Sussex Police either online or by calling 101, quoting reference serial 1364 of 07/09.
Investigations are ongoing, and the police are prioritizing the safety of young people in the area.
