Young man attacked whilst walking dog in broad daylight in Crawley

According to Sussex Police, the local man was walking his dog by Ifield Mill Pond at 2pm on Thursday (September 10) when he was approached by a man who demanded his mobile phone.

When this was refused, police said the man punched and kicked him before running away with a second man when passers-by shouted at him.

A police spokesperson said: "The victim sustained facial and leg injuries for which he needed hospital treatment.

"The suspect is described as black, 19/20 years, 6', of stocky build, wearing a plain black hoody with hood up and black face mask, black tracksuit trousers and black trainers."

Detective Inspector Cheryl Lewendon said this was a 'random and vicious attack'.

She added: "The motive was robbery but the suspect clearly didn't expect the response of the young man or the attention of passers-by."

Anyone who saw what happened is asked to contact Sussex Police online or by calling 101, quoting serial 1172 of 10/09.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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