Police appeal after man threatens and demands money from dog walker in Brimington

The 37-year-old man was walking his dog when he went to withdraw cash from the ATM outside the Co-op store in High Street at around 3pm on August 21.

Shortly after this, he was approached by a man who threatened him and demanded money.

The man then followed the victim along Church Street and as far as Chesterfield Road, repeatedly making threats along the way.

He is described as white, of stocky build, with short brown hair.

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He was wearing a cream jacket, dark-coloured jogging bottoms and slider sandals.

If you were in the area at the time of the incident and noticed anything suspicious, or recognise the description of the man above, contact PC Cameron Spowart by calling Derbyshire Constabulary on 101.

You can also contact the force on Twitter, Facebook, or by filling out an online contact form.

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