Police are warning people to remain alert
Teens were punched by a man earlier today during an attempted robbery in West Swindon.
Two teenagers aged 13 and 15 were assaulted by a 31-year old man from Swindon in Tewkesbury Way before 8.50am this morning.
The boys were both punched by the man while he was allegedly trying to steal a bike.
Another incident occurred in the Mead Way area around 8.30am where the man was shouting and threatening people.
A man has been arrested in connection with both incidents. He is currently in custody at Gablecross Police Station.
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