THREE teenagers stole a 14-year-old boy's mobile phone as he walked through Taylor Park.

The victim and his friend were walking through the park at about 1.35pm on Tuesday, August 3, when three youths, believed to be about 15 years old, walked up to them.

The youths demanded that the victim hand over his phone and then ran off with it.

The teenager who demanded the phone is described as white, 5ft 8in tall, with black, cropped hair, and a thin build. He was wearing white Reebok Classics, a blue and red Adidas tracksuit, had a sovereign ring on his right hand and was carrying a baseball cap.

The second youth is described as 5ft 8in tall, very thin with blond hair. He was wearing Umbro trousers, a black football top and white trainers.

The third teenager, who stood at the back of the victim was about 5ft 8in tall with blond hair. All three of the teenagers had their trousers tucked into their socks.

Anyone who may be able to help the police with their inquiries can contact 0151 777 6969 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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