Gang Pounce on Boy on Albany Road

Hoodies attack youth and steal mobile and MP3 player

A 16-year-old boy was walking along Albany road outside Charlton House when he was jumped from behind by about 6 - 8 males, all wearing hoodies and baseball caps. The incident took place on Monday 11th February at 10pm.

One of the group described as male, white, aged around 17 years, 5’7”, athletic build, wearing a stripey hooded top and baseball cap, was the most aggressive punching and hitting the victim but he felt numerous blows to his face and body throughout the attack. He stated that it all happened so fast and the only other member of the group he could give a description of was a male, white, 16 years approx, 5’6”, dark coloured hoody and baseball cap

His MP3 player, mobile phone and shoulder bag were stolen.

If you witnessed the incident or have any relevant information you are asked to contact Hounslow CID on 0208 247 6160/5940 or Crime Stoppers on 0800 555111. Quote ref. 0503486/08 .

February 15, 2008