Investigation launched after ‘large quantity of cash’ stolen from person in Effingham street
Surrey Police have launched an investigation after a ‘large quantity of cash’ was stolen from a person in a street in Effingham.
A Surrey Police spokesperson said: “We are appealing for witnesses following a robbery in Effingham on Wednesday, 22 April.
“Officers were made aware of a report of a robbery that took place around 5:40pm on Lower Road, Effingham.
“Three men in a white van approached the victim while they were parked and stole a quantity of cash. It is believed the victim may have been followed from a nearby bank.
“The driver of the van is described as a White man in his 50s, of average build, who was bald or had very short hair and was clean-shaven. He was wearing a grey hoodie.
“A second man, believed to have been in the front passenger seat, is described as being in his 30s, approximately 5ft. 7 inches tall, with a slim, muscular build. He was wearing black clothing and a black balaclava.
“A third man, who was also a passenger, is described as White and was wearing black clothing and a face covering.
“If you witnessed the incident, or have any dashcam footage of the area at the time, particularly between 5:35-5:45pm, please contact us quoting PR/45260046538 via:
- Webchat on our website https://surrey.police.uk/
- Our online reporting tool https://www.surrey.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/
- Calling us on 101
“If you do not wish to leave your name, please call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 11.”