Police appeal to find men who tried to rob a woman in Seaford
Police said that at approximately 5.45pm on bank holiday Monday, a 37-year-old woman on foot was approached by a group of men in a side alleyway near the Co-op store in Broad Street, Seaford.
A police statement read: "A black man in the group grabbed the woman around the neck, pushing her to the floor and attempting to steal her handbag.
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Hide Ad"The woman managed to fight off her assailant and run for safety."
Investigating Detective Constable Paul Kelly said it was a 'rare and isolated incident'.
He added: "I would like to reassure the victim and the local community that a thorough investigation is under way to trace those responsible.
"This was a very frightening experience for the victim who is understandably struggling to come to terms with what happened to her.”
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Hide AdDC Kelly appealed for anyone to come forward, who was in the area around Broad Street and the High Street or anyone who may have seen a group of men in the area 'acting suspiciously'.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police online or phone 101, quoting serial 899 of 27/08.
Alternatively they can contact Crimestoppers or call the independent charity anonymously on 0800 555111.