A MAN who was held at knife point in an attempted robbery in Colchester, sparks police probe.
It was reported a man in his 50s was approached by three men on a black moped, who demanded money.
They then showed him a knife and hit him over the head.
After the man refused to give them money, the three men made off.
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Officers are appealing for information, or footage of the incident which happened earlier today along Greenstead Road.
A spokesman for Essex Police said: “We are investigating an attempted robbery in Colchester.
“It was reported a man in his 50s had been walking along Greenstead Road shortly before 3.55am today (Sunday 7 August) when three men on a black moped pulled up.
“They demanded money from the victim before showing him a knife and hitting him over the head.
“He refused to give them any money and they made off.
“If you have any information, CCTV, dash cam or other footage in relation to this incident, then please get in contact with us.
“Please quote the crime reference number 42/207420/22.”
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