Man threatened with knife during robbery in John Hall Way, High Wycombe

John Hall Way, High Wycombe (Archive picture)

A man was threatened with a knife during a robbery in John Hall Way, High Wycombe.

On Thursday 4th October 2018, at around 7.15pm, a 50 year old man was walking along John Hall Way when he was approached by a man from behind who threatened him with a knife and demanded money. The 50 year old man, who was not injured during the incident, handed over £20 and the robber ran away.

The robber is described as a man, about 5ft 10ins tall with a medium build. He was wearing a dark hooded top with light coloured trousers and dark shoes.

Investigating officer DC Laura Burns, based at High Wycombe police station, said: ‘We are appealing for anyone who was in the area at the time of this offence to please come forward.

I would also urge anyone who may have dash-cam footage of the area to get in touch as it may provide vital information.‘

Thames Valley Police are appealing for anyone with information that could help with their enquiries to make contact using the non-emergency number 101 or make a report online quoting reference ‘43180303685’. Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.