WITNESSES are being sought following a robbery in Ipswich in the early hours of this morning.

Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident, which took place at around 4.55am.

Two 18-year-old male friends were walking along Norwich Road and entered an alleyway leading from Dales Road to Ashcroft Road when they were approached by three men.

One of the victims was pushed to the ground and had his wallet stolen from him. The other victim was threatened with a small knife and had his mobile phone, wallet and watch stolen.

All three offenders ran off towards Dales Road.

One of the men is described as white, around 5ft 11ins, he was of slim build and wore a light blue hooded top.

Another is described as white, short, of slim build and he wore a dark red hooded top.

Anyone who was in the area and saw the three offenders, or who has information in relation to the incident, should call Dc James Willcox at Ipswich CID on 101 or Crime stoppers on 0800 555 111.