Gang of 8 Attack Hampshire Man

16 December 2010, 11:52 | Updated: 16 December 2010, 13:07

Police in Winchester are releasing e-fits of two suspects in a robbery that happened on the footpath at the rear of the Ship Inn, Wales Street on Sunday, December 5.

Between 2am and 3am, a 20-year-old man was walking on the footpath when he was approached from the back by a group of approximately eight men. He was attacked and pulled down to the ground where he was punched
and robbed of his personal items - a brown, leather wallet, £15 in cash, cigarette packet and lighter, gold necklace, and a gold ring.

The victim was taken to Royal Hampshire County Hospital for treatment to cut and swelling injuries to his face, neck and ribs.

Detective Constable Elaine Cawkill said: "We would like to hear from anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or has any information about this group of individuals. Please look closely at the e-fits, and if you recognise either man, please get in touch.

"Shortly before the assault, the victim met up with a man near to the El Sabio restaurant in Easton Lane, and walked with him into Water Lane.  We would like to trace him as he may have valuable information.

Anyone with information should contact Winchester CID on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.