Police are searching for a thug who attacked a 20-year-old man and snatched his phone.
The victim was targeted as he walked along New Walk, near Leicester city centre earlier this month.
Leicestershire Police officers have worked with the victim, who suffered ‘minor’ injuries, to draw up a description of the attacker.
In a statement today, the force said: “As he passed the museum he was approached by a man who punched him to the ground and then stole his mobile telephone.
“A member of the public came across the incident and intervened while the victim was on the floor.
“The suspect then made off with the victim’s Apple iPhone 6S on foot towards the Revolution Bar.
“The victim sustained minor injuries.”
The incident took place shortly after 1am on Wednesday, September 13.
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The suspect is of Asian or Eastern European appearance, 20 to 24, 5ft 9ins to 6ft and of medium build.
He had a short trimmed beard and was wearing a red padded jacket with the hood up and dark trousers.
Contact Pc Matt England on 101.