Police search for this young male after boy was assaulted in Milton Keynes

Police have today released a CCTV image of a boy they would like to speak to following a robbery in Milton Keynes.

At around 6pm on Wednesday last week two boys, one of them with a bicycle, were in the underpass between Walton Park and Walnut Tree.

A group of other young males approached them from Limbaud Close, spoke to the two boys and then moved on.

But one of the group then turned round and returned to the two boys, say police,

"He started punching one of them to the head and told him to hand over his belongings," said a spokesman.

The victim's friend tried to help by putting out his arm to stop the offender - but the offender then punched him and took his bike.

The offender walked off in the direction of Walnut Tree.

Police have have people to keep their eyes open for the stolen bicycle, which has a distinctive chrome reflective frame with red writing. The chain and pedals are also red and it has a yellow seat.

Investigating officer Detective Constable Hannah Watling, based at Milton Keynes police station, said: “I am releasing this image as this person may have vital information about this offence.

“It is fortunate that the victims weren’t injured as a result of this and I am keen to hear from anyone who may be able to help with the investigation.

“You can contact us using our online form or by calling 101, quoting reference number 43200173250. Alternatively, you contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously via their website or on 0800 555 111.”