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Knife-wielding robbers on motorbike chase e-bike riders through streets
Two men allegedly armed with a machete chased a pair of young cyclists through Clifton in broad daylight in an attempt to steal their electric bike.
A witness said that the cyclists were “screaming in fear as they tried to escape the knifemen” who chased them by motorbike from the Clifton Triangle, down Jacob’s Wells Road and then up Lower Clifton Hill.
The youngsters were knocked to the ground at the junction with Bellevue but the assailants fled the scene after the commotion brought out people from nearby houses on Friday afternoon.
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The e-bike was chased up Lower Clifton Hill from the top of Jacob’s Wells Road – photo: Martin Booth
An Avon & Somerset police spokesperson said: “Officers are investigating following an attempted robbery of a motorbike in Clifton, Bristol, at around 5.30pm on Friday 7 July.
“The victims were pursued up Lower Clifton Hill by two unknown men who reportedly had a knife. Thankfully, it is believed no-one was injured in the incident and the offenders left empty handed.
“We are carrying out house-to-house and CCTV enquiries, as well as working with the victims and witnesses.
“If you were in the area and saw anything, or have any information or relevant footage which could aid our investigation, please contact 101 and quote reference 5223162371.”
Main photo: Martin Booth
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