Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was robbed by two men in Newsome.

The incident happened on November 11 at the junction of Squirrel Ditch and Wood Lane.

At around 5.15pm a 25-year-old man was approached by two men walking from the direction of Lowerhouses.

They made demands for the victim’s mobile phone, which was handed over.

The suspects made off in the direction of Longley Woods.

The first male is described as black, in his late 20s, around 6ft tall and medium build.

He was wearing a black scarf around his neck.

The second man is described as white, in his late 20s, of medium build and also around 6ft tall.

Anyone with information is asked to contact DC Gemma Smith on 101. Or they can call Crimestoppers in confidence on 0800 555 111.