A teenager has been attacked and robbed in Newbury.

It happened over the weekend but Police have only just issued the news as they are now appealing for witnesses.

The 19 year old man was walking down Newtown Road in the early hours of Sunday morning when he was punched in the side of the head and had his wallet stolen.

Police say the offender is white, 6ft 1ins, of slim build, around 17 years old and with round face. He spoke with a local accent and a high-pitched voice.

He was wearing a black hooded top with the hood up and had a black scarf covering his face, black Adidas tracksuit bottoms with white stripes down the side and black trainers.  

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information that could assist police with their enquiries should contact Det Con Krista Thompson at Newbury police station via the 24-hour Police Enquiry Centre on 0845 8 505 505.

Alternatively if you do not wish to speak to police you can contact Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.