A 16-year-old boy and his 14-year-old girlfriend were robbed by a pair of young girls in Brighton.

The two female robbers punched the boy then stole his glasses. They then demanded money and stole three gold rings from his girl friend.

Police have just released details of the incident, which happened just after midnight on Saturday between Madeira Drive and Marine Parade, Brighton.

Both of the robbers were aged between 14 and 17. One girl had braided hair with blonde streaks and a lip ring. She was wearing a dark top and dark trousers.

The other had shoulder length blonde hair and was wearing a denim jacket and jeans.

Anyone with information can contact PC Stephen Wood at Brighton police station on 0845 60 70 999 or Crimestoppers in confidence on 0800 555 111.