Shop raider leaves hammer and bike at scene of crime

[dutchman]

Important clue left for police to pick up



A would-be robber who threatened shop staff with a hammer left behind a vital clue - a bike.

The suspect walked in to Dawlish News on Dawlish Drive, Styvechale, armed with the hammer, but staff managed to fight him off and he fled empty-handed.

However, he did leave behind the hammer and a purple Raleigh bike at the scene.

Police have only just released details of the incident which happened at just before 10pm on Tuesday, April 23.

And investigators are trying to find out whether the bike is stolen or belongs to the suspect.

If you recognise this bike or have any information you can contact West Midlands Police via its Live Chat from 8am to midnight or call 101 anytime, quoting crime number 20CV/97428H/19.

Details can also be given anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at http://www.crimestoppers-uk.org.