Man and woman robbed in Hastings street

Police are appealing for witnesses after it was reported that two people were being robbed in a street in Hastings.
By Stephen Wynn-Davies
Published 5th May 2020, 12:15 BST
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Officers were called on Saturday (May 2) to reports of a man and a woman being attacked at the junction of Deepdene Gardens and Frederick Road, around 2pm, a police spokesman said.

It was alleged that two males assaulted them and stole the woman’s handbag before fleeing in the direction of Deepdene Gardens. Both victims suffered cuts and bruises, police added.

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A police spokesman said: “Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who may have any other information about what happened, is asked to contact police online or call 101 quoting serial 903 of 02/05.

Picture: Hastings PolicePicture: Hastings Police
Picture: Hastings Police

“A 20-year-old man from Hastings has been arrested on suspicion of robbery, grievous bodily harm with intent and acquiring / using / possessing criminal property.

“A 14-year-old boy from Hastings has been arrested on suspicion of robbery, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and possession with intent to supply a Class B drug.

“Both have been released on police bail pending further enquiries.”