Thursday 14 July 2016

Teenagers Assaulted During Brazen Street Robbery - Updated

BY IAN CROUCH

 Four young men have been left shaken after being set upon and robbed in Hunter Street, Newcastle West early this morning.

The 18 and 19-year-olds were walking near the intersection of Denison Street just before 4am when three people attacked them.

Police say they were kicked and punched by the offenders with two of the teens suffering bruising and lacerations to the head.

The trio stole a wallet from one of the victims.

Police hope CCTV footage will help to identify the culprits.

Anyone who witnessed the attack is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000