[26 JAN 01] CRIMES, FIRES & ACCIDENTS
Chain Ripped From Man's Neck In City Centre

A man had a gold chain ripped from his neck by an attacker in a Coventry street yesterday afternoon.

The man was in Greyfriars Lane next to the Careers Centre when he was set upon at 3.30pm.

He was grabbed by the attacker, a white man in his early 20s, and pushed against a wall.

The victim felt something sharp being pressed into his side, but did not see a weapon.

A 16-inch gold chain worth £40 was pulled from his neck. His pockets were searched and £80 in cash was taken before the offender fled.

The attacker then fled. He has short black curly hair and was possibly wearing a black hooded jacket.

Witnesses should call 024 7653 9010.