A gang of street kids – one of whom was as young as nine – have attacked a 58-year-old man and stole his bag in a robbery.
The victim was set upon by seven youths on Monday night at around 9.55pm when they attacked him from behind and assaulted him before running off with his possessions.
The gang members who pounced in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, are described as being between nine and 15-year-old by police .
Detective Constable Katrina Walmsley, of Thames Valley Police, said: “The group cowardly attacked the victim from behind and then continued to assault him as he lay on the ground and tried to get up.
“The offenders are between about nine to 15 years old. Unfortunately there are not other descriptions of the offenders at this time but I am confident that someone knows who they are.
“The bag that was stolen is quite distinctive; it is royal blue in colour with white and blue drawstrings. If you have seen the bag or know where it is please contact police immediately.
“This was a traumatic incident for the victim who sustained cracked ribs and severe bruising to his face and body. He was treated at Milton Keynes General Hospital but has since been discharged.”