A teenager was punched in the face during a failed attempt by a man to take his scooter.

Police are appealing for witnesses after the attempted robbery which happened in Lowestoft at around 10pm on Satudady.

The victim, a 17 years old boy, was on his motor scooter – a black Kisbee 50cc bike – in Park Road, when a man approached him and punched him in the face and made a failed attempt to take his scooter.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, saw any suspicious activity or has knowledge of the incident should contact Lowestoft on 101 quoting crime reference37/39281/18.

Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org.