Appeal after attempted robbery in Mid Devon

Police are appealing for witnesses to an attempted robbery in Tiverton.

On Wednesday 23 December 2015, at around 9.15pm, a 57-year-old local man was walking through the car park in the Market Walk and Pannier Market area of the town when he was approached by another man who demanded money.

Following an altercation the two separated and left the scene.

A 31-year-old man from Tiverton was arrested on suspicion of attempted robbery and released on police bail until 2 March 2016 pending further enquiries.

Officers are keen to speak to anyone who witnessed the incident.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101, or email 101@devonandcornwall.pnn.police.uk, quoting reference CR/088298/15.

Information can also be passed to Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or reporting online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.