POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a young man was pushed in the river and robbed in Queen Elizabeth Gardens in Salisbury.

The incident took place shortly after 7pm on Wednesday and involved a group of four or six youths wearing dark clothing.

The victim was held on the ground and had tobacco and £10 stolen.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact PC Jem Horner of the Wiltshire Police priority crime team at Salisbury Police Station on 0845 4087000.