Woman knocked down and had phone stolen as she walked to Leeds Bus Station

An investigation has been launched after a woman was knocked down and had her phone stolen in Leeds.
By Rebecca Marano
Published 29th Nov 2021, 14:34 BST
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It happened between 6.10pm and 6.45pm on Monday, November 15.

The victim, a woman in her twenties, was walking along George Street towards the bus station, when the suspect barged into her from behind, causing her to fall.

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The suspect ran off with the woman's phone through Leeds Outdoor Market and towards York Street.

An investigation has been launched after a woman was knocked down and had her phone stolen in Leeds. Photo: George Street. Google.An investigation has been launched after a woman was knocked down and had her phone stolen in Leeds. Photo: George Street. Google.
An investigation has been launched after a woman was knocked down and had her phone stolen in Leeds. Photo: George Street. Google.

He is described as black, about six feet tall and of athletic build.

He was wearing a zipped up black puffa jacket with hood, black slim fit jeans and dark trainers. He was also carrying a man-bag with a red strap.

Anyone who can assist this investigation is asked to contact Leeds District Crime Team on 101 or via the West Yorkshire Police website, quoting crime reference 13210590841.