A HOODY wearing gang stole a designer belt being worn by a teenager as he was walking in the outskirts of Wokingham.
The attack could have been worse – it was stopped after a driver pulled over to help the victim.
Police are now appealing for witnesses to the theft, which took place at teatime on the Wednesday before Christmas.
The incident took place on Wednesday, 20 December in Barkham Road at about 6.20pm.
The victim was a 14-year-old boy. Thames Valley Police said that he was walking along Barkham Road in the direction of the Molly Millars industrial estate when he was approached and assaulted from behind by a group of between 10 and 15 males.
He was pushed to the ground and was then punched and kicked, and when he tried to get up, he was punched and kicked again.
The victim’s Versace belt was stolen from him.
The gang only stopped when the driver of a vehicle stopped to help the victim.
The offenders are male, and some were aged between 14 and 18.
They were wearing dark clothing with their hoods pulled up, and some had scarves covering their faces. Some of the offenders were carrying bags.
The victim sustained cuts and bruises as a result of the incident and was taken to hospital for treatment. He has since been discharged.
Investigating officer PC Amy Edwards, based at Loddon Valley police station, said: “This incident resulted in a 14-year-old boy requiring hospital treatment, and I want to trace those responsible.
“If you saw this incident, or have any information relating to it which you think could help our investigation, please get in touch.
“Anyone with any details should call the Thames Valley Police non-emergency number on 101.”
If you have any information relating to this case, call 101 quoting reference ‘43170377272’, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously.
