Police release images in appeal for violent Shepherd's Bush robber

 Police are releasing cctv images of a man they would like to speak to in connection with an attempted robbery in Shepherds Bush.

Detectives from Hammersmith and Fulham are appealing for witnesses and information following an attempted robbery which took place on Thursday 14th April at approximately 17:15hrs along Kelmscott Gardens, W12.

The victim, a 17year old male was approached by the suspect who went through the victims pockets demanding his property. The victim pushed the suspect away at which point the suspect punched the victim and ran off empty handed.

The suspect is described as a Somali male, slim build, F511, short black hair wearing a light blue adidas hooded top and blue jeans.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Detective Constable Johnson based in the Crime Squad at Hammersmith Police Station on 0208 246 2351 or to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.