DETECTIVES investigating a robbery in Bethnal Green have released an e-fit image of one of the suspects. During the attack in Club Row around 10.40pm on Friday, April 30, the 16-year-old victim was punched several times in the face and threatened with a k

DETECTIVES investigating a robbery in Bethnal Green have released an e-fit image of one of the suspects.

During the attack in Club Row around 10.40pm on Friday, April 30, the 16-year-old victim was punched several times in the face and threatened with a knife by two boys before they ran off towards Redchurch Street.

The suspect in the e-fit is described as black, around 16, of slim build, with very short hair with lines shaved into it.

He had a two inch scar across his right eyebrow and a small amount of hair under his lower lip. He was wearing a brown puffa jacket and blue jeans.

The other suspect is described as black around 16, of slim build, and was wearing a black puffa jacket and black combat trousers. He had short hair with a goatee beard.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact Det Con Christina Jessah in the robbery squad on 020 8217 4162 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Witnesses can also email towerhamletsrobberysquad@met.police.uk