A group of boys were robbed in St Nicholas Park on Monday (July 17) afternoon by another group of teenagers who reportedly made threats with a knife.

The force said the group of three boys were stopped and had their bicycles stolen after reportedly being threatened with the "bladed article".

Warwickshire Police has released a statement to reassure locals, following the incident at 3.30pm.

The victims were uninjured but "left shaken up".

Officers said the second group road off in the direction of Emscote Road.

Insp Alex Hunt said: "This was a frightening incident for the teenage boys, and we're doing everything we can to piece together exactly what happened.

"We understand that this has caused a great deal of shock in the local community and I would like to reassure them we've started a comprehensive investigation.

"Although the investigation is in its early stages, as part of our ongoing enquiries, we'll have officers in the area this afternoon (Tuesday) conducting reassurance patrols.

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"We're aware there is speculation about the incident on social media and we know there were a lot of other people in the area at the time of the incident.

"If you witnessed the robbery, were in the area at the time, or have phone footage, please do get in touch with us.

"Any information – no matter how small – may be helpful as our investigation progresses."

Anyone with information is asked to contact us or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 quoting incident 233 of 17 July.