Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was assaulted and his electric scooter stolen in Carlisle.

The incident happened at around 5.50pm on March 24, outside the Arco store in Kingstown.

During the robbery a man who was riding an electric scooter was approached by a blue car that came from the direction of the bypass, the occupant of the vehicle took the male’s scooter, assaulting him in the process causing minor injury.

Police are particularly interested in speaking with a witness who was present at the scene and also a cyclist who rode past at the time of the offence.

Anyone with information, witnessed the incident or has dashcam is encouraged to contact DC 1692 on 101, quoting incident number 151 of 24 March.

Alternatively, calls can be made to the independent charity Crimestoppers, completely anonymously, on 0800 555 111.