Two Teenagers Charged With Series Of Robberies Across Harold Hill After Young People Threatened With Knives.

In one instance, it is alleged a victim was grabbed by the throat and punched. During most of the robberies, it was claimed that a knife was produced.

Fast paced work by police officers across Havering has resulted in the arrest and charging of two teenagers who committed a series of robberies across Harold Hill in January.

Met officers have charged an 18-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy with four offences.

It is alleged that, between Thursday, 23 January, and Thursday, 30 January, young people in Harold Hill were targeted by a pair of males, who threatened them with violence and stole their property.

 In one instance, it is alleged a victim was grabbed by the throat and punched. During most of the robberies, it was claimed that a knife was produced.

The suspects appeared before Barkingside Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, 5 February. The 18-year-old – Prince Awoyemi (23.12.2006), of Heaton Avenue, Harold Hill – has been remanded until the next hearing in March, while the 17-year-old has been released on bail. Both will appear at Snaresbrook Crown Court on Wednesday, 5 March.

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