A VICTIM was punched in the head during an attempted robbery in Dandenong.
Greater Dandenong CIU Senior Constable Karen McIntyre said the 31-year-old was walking home from Dandenong Plaza on Clow Street with another person about 8.30pm on Tuesday 5 April.
Two people were following them and approached near Ross Street, grabbing the victim by their jacket and demanding their mobile phone.
The attackers punched the victim to the head when they refused, then fled west on Clow Street, back towards the Plaza.
Sen Const McIntyre said the victim suffered a small bump by way of injuries.
She urged anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Head punched in failed robbery bid
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