Police appeal after woman robbed in canal attack

Liam Barnes
BBC News, Nottingham
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Police said a small cordon was in place after the robbery was reported

Police are appealing for information after a woman was assaulted while walking along a canal in Nottingham.

The victim, who is in her 40s, was on the towpath behind Nottingham Crown Court on Tuesday at about 08:00 GMT when she reported being attacked "by several youths" and having money taken from her.

Nottinghamshire Police said she received an injury to her leg but declined treatment.

"Officers are carrying out a thorough investigation to determine what has happened," a spokesperson said.

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