A woman was walking home from a club when she was ‘mugged by a balaclava-clad gang’.
Detectives have launched an investigation following a robbery in an alleyway off Ferndale Road, Swindon, in the early hours of this morning (Saturday).
Wiltshire Police have released very little information about the incident, but Wiltshire 999s understands a 20-year-old woman was attacked at around 5.15am.
The victim was reportedly walking home alone from a club in Swindon town centre when three people wearing balaclavas grabbed hold of her.
It’s said that she managed to kick out and fight the suspects off – but not before they took her bag, which contained her phone, keys, ID, bank cards and perfume.
Forensic work has been ongoing at the scene – which was cordoned off and guarded by police.
In a statement this morning, a force spokesperson said: “We are investigating reports of a robbery in the Ferndale Road area of Swindon in the early hours of this morning (Saturday).
“A scene has been put in place and residents may see an increased police presence in the area.
“We are in the very early stages of this investigation and will provide updates when possible.”
Anyone with information relating to this incident should contact Wiltshire Police by calling 101. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
