A man was robbed at knifepoint by three people and had his mobile phone and cash stolen.

The incident happened yesterday at Takely Ride, Basildon, at around 9.10pm.

The victim, aged in his 20s, was walking when he was approached by three suspects and threatened with a knife.

They then demanded the man to empty his pockets and took his mobile phone and a two-figure sum in cash.

The first suspect has been described as being black, aged in his mid-20s, 6ft tall and wearing a Nike hoodie and black joggers.

The second suspect has been described as being black, aged in his late teens, 5ft 5ins and wearing a grey top and black joggers.

The third suspect has been described as being black, aged in his late teens, 5ft 5ins and wearing a black tracksuit.

Anyone with information is asked to call Basildon CID on 101 quoting crime reference 42/6243/18 or Crimerstoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.