Four teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of robbery following an incident at Stratford Station yesterday.
British Transport Police were called to the station after reports of a robbery involving two mobile phones and a jacket. Officers arrived at the scene and, after making swift inquiries, arrested three suspects on the spot. A fourth teenager was arrested shortly afterward.
The suspects, all believed to be teenagers, are currently in police custody as investigations continue into the robbery. No further details have been released regarding the identities of the suspects or the victims at this stage.
British Transport Police are continuing to review CCTV footage and conduct further inquiries as part of their ongoing investigation. They are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
A police spokesperson confirmed: “We are taking this matter very seriously and will continue our efforts to fully investigate the robbery. We encourage anyone with information to contact us.”
The arrests have sparked concern in the community, with local residents expressing shock at the rise in incidents involving young people and thefts in the area.
