Crime & Safety

Group Of Robbers Ambush, Punch Person In Hybla Valley

The victim was walking with friends when a group of teens punched and robbed him.

HYBLA VALLEY, VA—Police say a group of robbers attacked a person walking with friends in Hybla Valley Wednesday.

Around 6 p.m., the group of eight to 10 teenagers approached and demanded the victim's cell phone. When he refused to hand it over, they punched and threw him to the ground.

The suspects searched his pockets, took his phone and fled. They were all described as male teens wearing black and some covering their faces with masks.

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Police have not identified any suspects.


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