Police appeal after teenager punched in face and robbed of phone in Ramsgate

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Detectives are appealing for witnesses after a teenager was punched in the face and robbed of his phone in Ramsgate.

The incident took place at about 9.40pm when the 18-year-old victim was sat on a bench in Warre Recreation Ground, off Newington Road.

Three unknown males approached him and demanded he handed over his phone. One of them is reported to have punched the victim in the face. All three suspects then ran off.

Anyone who may have seen the incident or have any information is asked to call Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/10523/20.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or using the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org