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Police search for teens after failed robbery

TWO teenage boys attempted to rob a 15-year-old boy on Tuesday night as he walked along a path between De Mestre Place and Powell Street in Holt.

About 8.30pm, the boy was walking along the path when the two teens approached him. One threatened him with a knife, demanding the victim’s money and phone. The victim said he had none and ran away towards Charnwood.

Police said at the intersection of Handcock Crescent and Florey Drive, a passing motorist stopped to assist the victim, however the victim continued to run home without speaking to the motorist.

The first offender is described as being Aboriginal in appearance and around 18-years-of-age, with a slim build. He was wearing a black hooded jumper, grey tracksuit pants and black canvas shoes.

The second offender is described as also being Aboriginal in appearance and around 18-years-of-age, with a slim build. He was wearing a grey hooded jumper and grey tracksuit pants with a black Adidas logo on the right thigh.

Acting Supt Peter Davis said the actions of the passing motorist greatly assisted the victim in not getting assaulted or harmed by the offenders.

“The actions of the motorist need to be praised, and I’d urge that person to make contact with police on 131 444, and if possible provide a statement about the incident,” he said.

“In cases like this, we need the assistance of the community in identifying the two offenders.”

Anyone who may be able to assist with the investigation is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.act.crimestoppers.com.au.

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