Detectives have launched an appeal for witnesses after a man was threatened with a knife during a robbery.
Officers were called to Orchard Street, Hucknall, following reports someone had been robbed by a mystery man on a bike.
The victim – a man in his twenties – was walking along the street with his headphones on when he was approached by a cyclist.
After the man initially asked for the time, he then demanded cash, while lifting his hoody to show a knife he had tucked into his waistband.
At that point, the victim handed over money, with the mystery attacker then cycling away on his bike in the direction of Croft Avenue.
The victim, who suffered no injuries, then notified the police about the robbery, which took place around 3.15pm on Wednesday (17 July).
Police are now in the process of investigating exactly what happened and have asked that anyone who can assist their inquires does so.
Detective Sergeant Elina Falcon, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “While thankfully they weren’t hurt, this would’ve been an extremely unpleasant experience for the victim.
“They were walking home and minding their own business, when they were suddenly forced to hand over cash by a man on a bike, who had a knife in his possession.
“This type of behaviour is completely unacceptable, so it’s really important that we track this man down and ensure he faces the consequences of his actions.
“We’re still in the early stages of this investigation, so would naturally appreciate any information people have about the incident.
“That includes anything about who the man on the bike could be, any sightings of a cyclist in the area at that time, or anything else that might be relevant.
“Any piece of information, however small or insignificant it might seem, could provide us with the information needed to get to the bottom of what happened.
“This can be reported to the police by calling 101, quoting incident 443 of 17 July 2024, or to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
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