Teenage boy slapped and searched in Kettering town centre

A 15-year-old boy was slapped and searched after being grabbed in Kettering.

Police are appealing for witnesses after the robbery in Gold Street on December 16.

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Police are appealing for witnesses

Between 6.30pm and 7pm the victim was approached by a group of males.

One grabbed him and slapped him a number of times on the face.

His pockets and bag were searched but the victim escaped with no items being taken.

No descriptions of the attackers were available from police.

Witnesses or anyone with information should contact police on 101.

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