Detectives in Lambeth have released CCTV footage of two men they would like to speak to after a woman was robbed of her engagement ring and watch as she walked with her children in Clapham.
Police were called at 17:18hrs on Tuesday, 10 July to reports of a robbery in Abbeville Road, SW4.
The 42-year-old female victim was crossing the road to Caldervale Road with her two young children, a friend’s child and the family dog when she was approached by two men from behind. One of the men grabbed her arm and forced her watch from her wrist. They then stole an engagement ring after forcing it from her finger.
The victim did not require medical treatment but was left with injuries to her arm.
The suspects left the scene by running in the direction of Cavendish Road.
The suspects are both decribed as black males, about 6ft tall, aged 25 to 30 years. Both wore black/dark clothing with their hoods up.
Detectives have released CCTV footage of two men they would like to speak to in connection with the incident. The CCTV shows two men walking along Abbeville Road shortly before the incident, and then running back along the road moments later.
DC Sam Smith from Lambeth CID, said: “This was a terrifying ordeal for the victim who not only feared for her own safety but also the safety of the young children with her. The suspects targeted the victim in broad daylight and used force even when the victim willingly offered to hand over the watch.
“We are committed to catching those responsible for this heinous crime and I’d urge anyone who recognises the men in the CCTV to contact us as a matter of urgency. I’d also appeal to any witnesses who have not yet spoken to us to do so. Any information, not matter how small or insignificant you think it is, will assist us in bringing these criminals to justice.”
Anyone who has information relating to this incident should call Lambeth CID on 07785 774 447 or 101 quoting reference 5797/10JUL.
Information can also be reported anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.