POLICE are hunting a man and a woman who tried to mug a Durham University student.
The student was punched in the face as the pair attempted to wrestle away her bag.
The incident happened on Monday, at 4.45pm, as the student and a friend crossed Prebends Bridge, in Durham City.
The robbers were described as being in their late teens. The man was wearing a dark hooded top, and his accomplice had blonde hair. Anyone with information is asked to call 0191-386 4222
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