Station Road in Billingham, where the incident took place (Image: Google Maps)
A 14-year-old girl was robbed whilst walking in Billingham, and police are now appealing to the public for information.
The incident took place on Station Road on Thursday, December 15 at 7:50am when the girl was approached by a man who grabbed her phone and ran off.
The man is described as wearing black clothing.
Officers from Cleveland Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident to contact Cleveland Police on 101 quoting 225203.
Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.Crimestoppers-uk.org.
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