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08
Feb 2021
Ripon teen robber in balaclava steals moped
A group of teenage boys reportedly threatened a 17-year-old with weapons before taking his scooter in Ripon yesterday.
It is the latest robbery in the city, which is currently in the grip of an anti-social behaviour crisis which has led to demands for more police.
This robbery happened in the Hell Wath Grove area. The alleged victims told police a group of teenagers approached him just before 5pm.
He claimed that they threatened him with weapons before he handed over the keys for his moped, which was parked nearby.
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One of the teens rode off on the scooter after the incident and the others all made off on foot.
Police say the boy who rode off on the scooter is around 16 or 17 years old. He was also wearing a black jacket, grey trousers, black trainers and a black balaclava.
The other suspects have been described as 16 or 17 years old, all dressed in dark clothing.
Later that evening police say the scooter was found abandoned on Long Meadows, a short while away from the incident.
Inspector Alex Langley said patrols are increasing in areas described as hotspots for anti-social behaviour. He added:
Anyone with information should contact the police on 101 and quote reference number 12210054979.
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