Police are appealing for witnesses following a robbery in Newland Street, Kettering.

The incident happened between 11.30pm on Wednesday, October 28 and 12.15am on Thursday, October 29 where a man was assaulted by two unknown men while walking home.

A force spokesman said: “The assault took place between Newland Street, Silver Street and Gold Street, and during the incident the victim's mobile phone was stolen before the offenders left the area.

"Officers investigating the incident would like to hear from anyone who witnessed what happened or who may have CCTV, doorbell, dash-cam or other footage from the area at the time which could assist with their enquiries.”

Police are appealing for witnesses to the assault which took place between Newland Street, Silver Street and Gold Street in Kettering

placeholder image — Police are appealing for witnesses to the assault which took place between Newland Street, Silver Street and Gold Street in Kettering

Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to call Northamptonshire Police on 101 or information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

Information can also be submitted online at www.northants.police.uk/RO or crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information.

Please quote incident number 26000677829 when providing any information to make sure it gets to the right person as quickly as possible.