The incident happened in Wombwell Park, near Mitchell Avenue at around 6.30pm on Tuesday 26 September 2023.
The victim, a teenage boy, was in the park when he was approached by four people he knew. It is alleged he was assaulted and threatened with a knife before his phone and a vape were stolen. Four suspects, three aged 15 and one 16, were later arrested and subsequently bailed pending further investigation.
PC Charlene LeBorgne, of North Kent CID, said: ‘An investigation is underway into the circumstances and we are urging witnesses or anybody with information to call our appeal line.
‘Residents with private CCTV in the vicinity of the park are also asked to check for relevant footage.’
Anyone with information should call 01474 366149, quoting reference 46/173044/23. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or by using the online form on their website.
