A suspect has been arrested after a man was reportedly threatened with violence before being robbed of cash during a street robbery.
The incident happened in Main Street, Blidworth, at around 5.30pm on Sunday (20 August 2023).
The victim wasn’t hurt but the suspect went through his bag and stole a quantity of cash before running off.
Following inquiries, including checking CCTV footage, officers arrested a 19-year-old man on Monday on suspicion of robbery. He remains in custody.
Detective Sergeant Jackie Price, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “This was a distressing incident which left the victim feeling shaken and scared after he was approached in the street.
"Robbery is totally unacceptable and as a force we take it incredibly seriously. We will investigate reports and always strive to put suspects before the courts.”
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