Nottinghamshire Police’s determination to keep people safe was shown after officers swiftly arrested a suspect in connection with two knife-point robberies. Two youths brandishing knives approached a man as he was walking with friends along Mount Hooton, towards Hyson Green. They demanded his phone and wallet while waving the knives at him.

The incident happened at around 2.15am on Wednesday (8 September 2021). The victim, who wasn’t hurt, ran off before calling police who quickly arrived. A short time later a suspect matching a description of one of the offenders was stopped and arrested.

The same suspect is also being questioned in connection with another reported robbery which happened in Leslie Road, Hyson Green, at around 10pm on Tuesday (7 September). The victim was approached by a man who told him to hand over his phone. During the incident the offender made threats with a knife before the victim managed to run off.
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of robbery in connection with the two incidents.

Detective Sergeant Nigel Malik said: “Nottinghamshire Police takes all reports of knife-related and robbery offences extremely seriously and continues to work tirelessly to prevent knife crime and protect the public. “Knife crime reduced by 15 per cent in the last financial year and the force remains committed to continuing to driving down offences, removing weapons from our streets and taking robust action against those suspected to be involved in these type of crimes.

“Our lines of enquiry into these incidents are ongoing and we are working very hard to trace a second suspect in connection with the incident which happened during the early hours of Wednesday. “To help us with our investigation we are urging anyone who may have recorded CCTV or dash-cam footage in the area around the time to please get in contact with us. “Visible police patrols have also been increased in the area to provide reassurance as we continue to make progress in our enquiries.”

Anyone with any information is urged to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 55 of 8 September 2021, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.