Suspected robber arrested after man punched in face

A suspect has been arrested by detectives investigating a street robbery in a village.

The victim, a man in his 50s, was punched in the face after being confronted by another man as he made his way home from a pub in Ruddington.

His mobile phone was then taken during the incident, which took place shortly after 10pm on Sunday 14 July 2024 in Oliver Drive.

Concerned members of the public contacted police and the victim was taken to Queen’s Medical Centre in Nottingham for treatment.

Officers have been carrying out a number of local inquiries and a media appeal was also issued to help identify who was responsible.

A 19-year-old man has now been arrested on suspicion of robbery.

Detective Sergeant Nathan Bingham, of Nottinghamshire Police, said:

“Street robberies of this nature are cowardly and unpleasant offences in which vulnerable people are often targeted.

“The victim in this case suffered nasty injuries and required hospital treatment. I hope he and his family are comforted by this arrest.

“Although it is an important step in our investigation, we’d still like to hear from any witnesses to the attack who have not yet spoken to an officer.

“Likewise, if anyone has any recorded footage of the incident which could help please get in touch.”

Anyone with information can call 101, quoting incident number 697 of 14 July 2024, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.