Knifeman robs smoker of his cigarettes (From The Argus)

Knifeman robs smoker of his cigarettes

10:53am Wednesday 17th October 2012 in News By Ben James

A knifeman threatened a 28-year-old before stealing his packet of cigarettes.

Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident which happened yesterday in Chiltern Drive, Hastings, at around 11.15pm.

The suspect pulled out a craft knife and demanded the man gave him money.

With no cash on him, he handed over his cigarettes.

The victim received a slight cut to his arm but didn’t need medical treatment.

The suspect is described as white, possibly in his early twenties, about 5'8" to 5'10", wearing a black hooded top and dark blue jeans with white trainers.

He also had a black bandana with a skull print on the front.

Detective Constable Mark Waughman said; "If you were in the Chiltern Drive area late last night and saw this man, please call us on 101 quoting serial 1853 of 16/10. You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."