Shopkeeper punched and kicked in Mansfield robbery
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Police said the victim was attacked after attempting to stop a youth stealing vape pens and e-cigarette items from behind the counter at the Athishaya Store, on Ladybrook Place, Ladybrook.
Detectives have now released details of the robbery, which took place on July 15, at about 6pm, as they seek the public’s help in solving it.
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Detective Constable Holly Cotter, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “This was a frightening experience for the victim and we are determined to track down the people responsible as quickly as possible.
“Shopkeepers and retail staff should not have to live in fear of violence and we will not tolerate attacks upon them.
“As part of our investigation, we are now in a position to release these images of individuals who we think could help us get to the bottom of what happened.
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Hide Ad“It is important anyone who recognises them or has any other relevant information, or has CCTV, dash-cam or mobile phone footage that could assist us comes forward.”
Anyone with information is urged to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 670 of July 15 2022, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.