Police appeal as man has watches stolen outside Milton Keynes coffee shop

Police are appealing for witnesses following a robbery in Bletchley in which a man had watches stolen outside a Milton Keynes coffee shop.

At around 5pm last Tuesday (13/10), a man aged in his thirties was returning to his vehicle outside Costa Coffee in Queensway in Bletchley when he was approached by a group of four men.

The offenders grabbed the victim and stole two Rolex watches he was carrying. One of the offenders punched the victim and showed him a knife, threatening him before dragging him further along Queensway.

The offenders are described as follows:

A black man, aged in his thirties, approximately 5ft 10ins tall, of stocky build, with short afro hair and stubble. He had a gold tooth and was wearing dark clothing, sunglasses and a Louis Vuitton cross-body bag.

A black man, aged in his thirties, approximately 5ft 11ins tall, of slim build and wearing dark clothing.

A black man, aged in his thirties, approximately 5ft 10ins tall, with short afro hair.

Thames Valley Police confirmed that one man has been arrested and charged in connection with this incident. 

Investigating officer Detective Constable Sarah-Jane Pledger, of the Milton Keynes Priority Crime Team, said, “This robbery took place on a busy street during the late afternoon, and we believe there may have been people in the area who witnessed the incident or its aftermath.

“We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who saw an altercation outside Costa Coffee on Queensway, or who may have seen a group of men matching the descriptions given.

“Extensive CCTV enquiries are being carried out and witnesses could provide vital information to assist our investigation.

“If you were in the area at the time, or have any information which may help, please get in touch.”

Anyone with information can make a report online or call 101, quoting reference number 43260536453.

If you have footage, images or any other digital evidence relating to this incident, please contact Thames Valley Police quoting the same reference number.