Search on for phone theft gang

9:41am Thursday 22nd May 2008

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Police are hunting a gang who has attacked three people in Keighley and stolen their mobile phones.

In each case, the victim has been punched in the face before being robbed.

The first attack - on a 14-year-old boy - took place in Lord Street on May 10, at 3pm.

In the second another 14-year-old boy was attacked at the junction of Devonshire Street and Suresnes Road at about 3.45pm last Wednesday. And on Friday a 20-year-old man was targeted in Mannville Road at 12.20pm.

In each robbery a Sony Ericsson phone was taken.

Police say a group of up to four Asian men was involved in the attacks. One of the suspects is described as 5ft 5 to 5ft 8 tall, with short dark hair - gelled or in a Mohican style - and with blue eyes. He was said by one of the victims to have a gold top front tooth.

Detective Inspector Peter Craig, of Airedale and North Bradford CID, said: "These were nasty incidents in which the victims have suffered bruising and swelling to their faces. We would like to hear from any witnesses or anybody who has information about those responsible."

Anyone able to help is asked to contact the police on 0845 6060606 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.