A SCHOOLBOY was robbed by a thief armed with a knife.

The 14-year-old was stopped by the man on a path off Halifax Road, Hightown, Liversedge, shortly before 8am on Monday.

The mugger asked if he had any money and grabbed the youngster.

The boy gave him a small amount and the thief got a knife out, but then walked off.

The thief was described as white, aged 30 to 40, 5ft 8ins with shoulder-length brown to grey hair tied in a ponytail.

He was wearing a multi-coloured jumper, green cord trousers and a brown or black thigh-length jacket or coat.

Anyone with information should contact Dewsbury Police helpdesk on 01924 431059.