Knifepoint Robbery At Beckton DLR

A teenager has been mugged for his mobile phone by a gang of knife-wielding robbers at Beckton Docklands Light Railway station in east London.

The 14 year-old boy was confronted by three youths at approximately 3.30pm on Wednesday, November 12, last year.

British Transport Police (BTP) have released this image of one of their suspects.

Investigating officers are requesting the assistance of the public to help identify him.

When the trio surrounded the victim one of them threatened the youngster with a knife.

Two boys, aged 15 and 16 years-old, have been arrested in connection and released on bail while enquiries continue.

Officers believe the teenager pictured may have information that could help their investigation.

Anyone who recognises him is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 491 of 12 November.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.