Two men threaten man with a knife as they rob man of £10 near Fellgate Metro station

A man was kicked and threatened with a knife by a pair of robbers as they snatched £10 from him.
By Fiona.Thompson
Published 8th Jul 2019, 15:51 BST
Updated 8th Jul 2019, 17:25 BST
The robbery happened on Heathway in Fellgate, Jarrow. Image copyright Google Maps.The robbery happened on Heathway in Fellgate, Jarrow. Image copyright Google Maps.
The robbery happened on Heathway in Fellgate, Jarrow. Image copyright Google Maps.

Police were called out to Jarrow following a report a man was mugged after he was threatened with a knife near Heathway in Hedworth yesterday, July 7.

A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “We can confirm we are investigating a report of a robbery near to Fellgate Metro Station on Sunday afternoon.

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“The incident happened between 3.05pm and 3.35pm where a 32-year-old man was attacked as he walked on Heathway in Jarrow.

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“He has been kicked in the leg and then threatened by two men with a knife.

“He has handed over £10 and the men have then fled the scene.

“Inquiries to identify the men involved are ongoing and anyone with information is encouraged to contact 101 quoting crime number 086068/19.”