WOULD-BE robbers targeted a teenage cyclist to steal his headphones and bicycle - but were stopped in their tracks almost immediately.

Thames Valley Police said the 16-year-old victim was riding his bicycle through Elms Field, Wokingham, on Monday, February 10.

The teenager was cycling about 6.15pm when he was obstructed by three boys who blocked his path.

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Police said the offenders took his bicycle and headphones, but the victim shouted and the would-be robbers gave back his bicycle.

Three men then walked around the corner in the direction of the Gig House, prompting the three boys to give back the headphones as well.

They fled the scene.

Police have described the first offender as white, aged between 15 and 16, around 5ft 9ins tall, with brown hair.

He was wearing a black puffer jacket, denim jeans, and a black shirt. The offender was also wearing glasses and a distinctive yellow metal chain with a yellow metal circular pendant at the time of the offence.

The force said the second offender is white, aged between 15 and 16, around 5ft 9ins tall, with brown hair. He was wearing a black jumper and black track suit bottoms.

The third offender is white, aged between 15 and 16, around 5ft 9ins tall, with brown hair. He was wearing black denim jeans, black shoes and a black gilet with the hood up at the time of the offence.

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Investigating officer Detective Constable Dominique Barlow, based at Loddon Valley police station, said: “I would urge anyone who witnessed this incident or has any information to come forward.

“We are particularly interested in speaking with the three men who potentially saw the offenders.

“If you think this could be you or you know who this may be, please get in touch.

“If you have any information about this incident, please contact the Thames Valley Police non-emergency number on 101 or make a report online quoting reference 43200047224.

“Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”