Ilkeston Police appeal for information after robbery at Mapperley Reservoir

Police officers investigating a robbery near Ilkeston are appealing for witnesses and information.

The incident occurred at Mapperley Reservoir at around 10pm on 14th October when the victim was approached by a group of five men who assaulted him before stealing his Rolex watch and cash from his wallet.

The men were all wearing dark clothing and dark face coverings. Two of the men were described as being around 6ft tall and two were around 5ft 9ins tall. The fifth man was the shortest of the group.

Officers are keen to speak to anyone who witnessed the incident as well as anyone with any information.

If you can help with the investigation, use any of the following contact methods to get in touch, quoting the reference number 25*606436:

• Website – There are reporting tools at www.derbyshire.police.uk/
• Facebook – send a private message to the Derbyshire Constabulary Facebook page
• X (Twitter) – direct message the contact centre via @DerPolContact
• Phone – call the non-emergency number 101

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity CrimeStoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStoppers website.