Man threw punch as he tried to steal bag

A would-be thief tried to punch a member of the public in a late-night attack on Perth’s Queen’s Bridge.

The victim was walking across the bridge at around 11.20pm on Saturday, August 22 when he was approached by another man who had been standing in a group of six people at Norie Miller Walk.

The suspect, who is thought to be around 20-yearsold, attempted to punch the victim, grabbed a bag he had on his shoulder, and attempted to run off with it. The victim held on to his bag and the would-be thief was unsuccessful.

The suspect then returned to the group he had been a part of, and they all made their way into Perth city centre and where they were last seen in South Street at about 11.35pm.

Police are now appealing for witnesses to the crime. Officers would like to trace a man described as white, about 20 years of age, six foot with short brown hair, and wearing a dark jacket and dark trousers at the time.

The incident was captured on CCTV and police have also spoken with another witness, however officers would still like to speak with anyone who was in the area at the time who may have seen part of the incident, or has knowledge of the group of individuals mentioned.

A police spokesperson said: “If you have any information that could assist our investigation, please call 101 or speak with any police officer.

“Also, information can be given anonymously through CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.

“Our reference is incident 5009 of August 22.”