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Poacher's Pocket robbers still at large

Police at scene of street robbery
Police at scene of street robbery

Police are repeating their call for help following a robbery outside the Poacher’s Pocket pub in Walderslade last week.

A 42 year old man from Ipswich was assaulted and robbed as he left the pub between 6.30am and 6.45am last Friday.

Two men approached him and assaulting him before taking his wallet, which contained about £40, two mobile phones and a black holdall bag.

The man was taken to hospital with a cut to the head but was released the following week.

Det Cons Steve Goldsmith, said: "This was an unusual robbery in Medway as incidents such as this are very rare.

"We are keen for local residents who live near to the pub to check their gardens or hedges to see if the offenders have dropped the black holdall bag or other items.

"I would like to thank the landlord and staff at the pub and residents who have been very helpful and supportive of our ongoing investigation.

"I would encourage anyone with information to contact police immediately."

The men are described as being 5ft 7in tall and both of stocky build. They were wearing jeans and black hooded tops.

If anyone has any information about this incident they should contact Kent Police in Medway on 01634 792645 or call Kent CrimeStoppers anonoymously on 0800 555 111.

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