Crime & Safety
Teenager Attacked, Robbed Outside Falls Park
A group of 10-12 men pushed the teen from his bicycle, punched and kicked him and then took his bicycle and his belongings, according to a police report.
Greenville police are investigating after an armed robbery at Falls Park Aug. 1.
The 19-year-old victim told police he was attacked and robbed while entering Falls Park in downtown Greenville by a group of men. The teen told police the men took his bike and other belongings around 10:40 p.m.
According to a police report, the victim was riding a bike on Furman College Way from Cleveland Park toward the stone bridge leading into Falls Park when he was confronted by 10-12 men.
The victim said he was pushed off his bicycle, punched in the eye and then kicked in the ribs by the men, according to the report.
The victim could only give a limited description of his attackers because it was late at night and there was little street lighting in the area.
Anyone with information is asked to call Greenville Police or Crimestoppers at 23-CRIME.
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