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Teen Armed with Knife Robs Group in Crawley

Teenager threatened group with knife in Broadfield Barton; police seek information and footage.

Police are appealing for witnesses after an armed robbery took place in Crawley on 18 May. According to reports, a man approached three individuals and threatened them with a knife in Broadfield Barton at approximately 10:30 am.

The suspect stole a bag from the group before fleeing the scene on a motorised bike. He is described as being between 15 and 17 years old, approximately 5’5″ tall, and was wearing a black balaclava, a black Canada Goose coat with a fur hood, a black tracksuit, and a black rucksack.

Authorities have released an image of a person they wish to speak to in connection with the incident. Police are urging anyone who witnessed the robbery or has any information or footage to come forward.

If you have any details, please contact the police online or call 101, quoting serial 617 of 18/05.

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