Duo in attempted vehicle robbery

A driver was stopped by two men as they tried to steal his car.

The offence happened as the victim, 61, was driving along Church Street, Heckmondwike, at about 6.45pm on Wednesday, November 1. A man stood in front of the vehicle, while a second offender opened the car door and ordered the victim to get out. He refused and drove off after managing to pull the door shut, police yesterday said.