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Attempted robbery, Tavistock

We are investigating a report of attempted robbery in Tavistock at the weekend and are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.

It was reported that soon after 12.10pm on Sunday 29 June, on Riverside Walk, Tavistock, a man attempted to take a bag from a woman with a push chair who was walking in the area.

The man was described as white male in his mid-30s to early-40s, of medium build, around 6ft tall, who was wearing a black hoody.

It is believed this was an isolated incident. There will be an increased police presence in the area while it is investigated.

If you witnessed the incident or have any information or dashcam footage that could help with enquiries, please contact us via our website here or by calling 101 quoting 50250165749.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling freephone 0800 555111.

If you have been affected by crime, please visit victimcare-dc.org to access support services and information on your rights and how to navigate the criminal justice system. You can also call Victim Support on 08 08 16 89 111 or Devon and Cornwall Police’s Victim Care Unit on 01392 475900.

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