E-scooter stolen in knifepoint robbery in Ramsgate

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Police officers are appealing for witnesses after an e-scooter was stolen in a knifepoint robbery in Ramsgate.

The robbery took place between 6.50pm and 7pm on Wednesday 14 September, in an alleyway by the Warre recreation ground near to Newington Road.

A teenager approached the victim and spoke to him before threatening him with a knife and making him hand over his e-scooter.

The e-scooter, a black Mi Pro 2 with red wiring and wheel trims, was ridden away by the suspect in the direction of the train station.

The victim was not injured during the incident.

The suspect was described as black, aged between 16 and 18 years old, slim and between 5 ft 3 ins and 5 ft 7 ins tall. He was believed to be wearing a black bandana covering his nose and mouth, a dark grey or black jacket and dark trousers.

Detectives would like to speak to anyone with information regarding the robbery, anyone who has seen the scooter or has CCTV or dashcam footage taken in the area.

Witnesses should call Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting 46/180009/22.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form at https://crimestoppers-uk.org/