POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a 17-year-old boy was robbed and threatened with a weapon in Wellington park.

A suspect threatened the boy with what police have described as a 'bladed article' and demanded he turn out the contents of his pockets.

The incident took place on August 29 at around 7 pm.

A 15-year-old boy was arrested and has since been released on bail as inquiries continue.

In a statement a spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police said: "The Neighbourhood Policing Team have been carrying out increased reassurance patrols in the area, and you can raise any concerns with officers.

If you were in the area of Wellington Park and saw anything, please call us."

If you can help, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5223209583, or complete the online appeals form.

You can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their Anonymous Online Form.

No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court or have to speak to police when contacting Crimestoppers.