16-year-old Preston boy threatened by two men who stole his headphones

Two men threatened to assault a 16-year-old boy before stealing his headphones in Preston.
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A 16-year-old boy was walking on a grassed area off Tithebarn Street when he was approached by two men.

The pair threatened to assault the victim before stealing his Apple AirPod headphones at around 2pm on January 16.

A man intervened with the victim making off from the scene.

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Following CCTV enquiries, police have released images of two men they want to speak to in connection with the offence.

DC Adam Kelsall, of Preston CID, said: “We are keen to identify and speak to these two people after a boy was robbed in Preston.

“Please contact us immediately if you recognise those pictured.”

Anyone with information can contact police on 01772 209757 quoting log reference number 0786 of January 16.