A BOY of 13 was threatened with violence by two thugs unless he handed over his mobile phone.

The two offenders, also aged about 13, stole the Sony phone valued at £100 and run off. The robbery happened in London Road, Greenhithe, near Dartford, between 5.10pm and 5.30pm on December 23.

Police in North Kent are appealing for information about the offenders who are described as white and wearing dark clothing.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact DC Myers at North Kent on 01474 565167 or Kent Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 – calls to this number are free and you may be eligible for a reward.