A TEENAGER has been attacked by masked men who stole his moped.

Thames Valley Police said the young victim was sat on the moped outside Tesco in Woodley when it happened.

The teenager was in the carpark at the Loddon Vale Centre about 5.55pm yesterday (Feb 2).

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Police said one attacker grabbed the victim round the neck and pulled him off the moped. The other attacker then punched the teenager in the face 'several times' before both fleeing on the moped.

The victim was left with minor cuts and bruises and did not requirement medical treatment.

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The offenders are described as both men, one was Asian and the other white. They were both wearing all black clothing and had balaclavas covering their faces.

Robbery outside Tesco - Loddon Vale Centre, Woodley

Robbery outside Tesco - Loddon Vale Centre, Woodley

Google Maps image of where it happened outside Tesco, Loddon Vale Centre.

Investigating officer PC Stephen Johnson, based at Loddon Valley police station said: “I am appealing for any witnesses of this incident, or anyone who has any information, to please get in touch.

“You can make a report online or by calling 101 and quoting reference 43210045698.

“You can also report 100 per cent anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”