Man suffers facial injuries in Leamington mugging

The robbery took place on the path to the footbridge between Pump Room Gardens and the former library in York Road.

Two men, described as being of slim build, approached the man asking him for money, but then assaulted him and stole a silver coloured analogue watch with a black face.

The man suffered facial injuries and was taken to Warwick Hospital for treatment.

Police are checking CCTV footage and appealing for any witnesses who can help identify the offenders to come forward.

Anyone with information should call Det Con Suky Beard in the Leamington local investigation team on 415000 or can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.