POLICE are hunting a masked teenager who tried to rob a youth's bike.

The 15-year-old victim was riding his pedal cycle along the footbridge towards Hallwood Park at 8pm on Friday night.

The offender stopped him and tried to steal it. His attempt failed but he damaged the bike in the process.

He is described as 6ft 1ins tall, well-built and aged around 18. He wore a black balaclava which had two small eye holes, a black leather jacket which was elasticated around the waist and cuffs, dark blue jeans and white trainers.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Det Con Sarah Hall or Det Con Sue Davies on 713456.

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