Man escapes attempted robbery in park

The attempted robbery happened in Bradgate Park as the victim (31) walked home to Kimberworth from Rotherham Interchange.

One of the suspects hit the man in the face — causing minor injuries — and the other tripped him over.

The pair told him to empty his pockets but the man was able to run to the Tesco Express on Upper Wortley Road and raise the alarm.

One of the suspects was described as white, about 20 years old, 5ft 10ins tall with a dark beard. He is believed to have been wearing a white hooded top.

The other suspect was described as white and wearing a blue tracksuit during the incident at 7pm on November 17.

Anyone with useful information is urged to call 101 or email [email protected] quoting incident seven of November 18.

Alternatively, pass information to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.