Two arrests after robbery flagged to patrolling officers in Newcastle

Two people have been arrested after a robbery was flagged to patrolling officers in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

At about 5pm on Monday (30 December), officers on a car-park were told that a man had just been robbed by two people on Bridge Street.

A mobile phone, headphones and a bag were taken from the victim.

Police carried out enquiries and arrested two men, aged 28, from Newcastle-under-Lyme, on suspicion of robbery. They were questioned in custody and given bail with conditions while our investigation continues.

A spokesperson for Staffordshire Police said

"We’re committed to tackling robbery, burglary and theft as proactively as possible across Staffordshire. We know the affect it can have on victims, businesses and livelihoods, and we want to make sure thieves are targeted robustly.

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