POLICE have released an image of a man they would like to speak to in connection with an incident in which a 43-year-old man was robbed.

The incident happened at around 9.15pm on Wednesday 24 September on Midgely Street, Colne.

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The 43-year-old was walking home through the car park when it is believed that he was approached by two men.

The men are thought to have punched and kicked the man to the floor and demanded he hand over money. The two men got away with £55 from a trouser pocket.

DC Haydn Sibley of Burnley Police, said: “Luckily the victim only suffered minor scratches and bruises but was left shaken by the incident.

“We are keen to speak to the man pictured and I would ask anyone with information to contact police on 101 quoting FE1403869n or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

The man is described as a white male, approximately 5ft 6 tall, aged around 18-20 years.

One man has been charged in connection with this offence.