A MAN with a heart defect is in shock after being mugged at knife-point.
The 20-year-old was walking in Gladstone Street, Crook, when he heard footsteps behind him. A man pulled out a knife and threatened him, demanding money.
The victim was walking from the Sun Inn to the Coach and Horses pub at about 9.30pm on Thursday.
Police said the attacker was about 22-years-old, thin, and about 6ft. He had a pony tail to his shoulders.
The man wore a red baseball cap, red and black bomber jacket, blue jeans and a pair of white training shoes.
Anyone who recognises the man, or who witnessed the attack, is asked to contact Crook CID, on (01388) 762011, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111
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