Would-be robbers demanded money and threatened men in two attempted robberies in East Oxford last night.

In the first incident in Stratford Street, two men approached a 33-year-old-man and demanded money.

In the second, which happened in the same road, a 31-year-old-man was also approached from behind and threatened by the men.

In both incidents, which happened at about 10.30pm, the victims ran off and the men did not steal anything.

The men are described as white, possibly in their late teens or early 20s, and one had a bicycle with him.

One was also possibly wearing a grey hooded top.

Det Con Ben Yeats, from the priority crime team, said: “Thankfully, no-one was injured and nothing was stolen in either of these incidents.

“We believe that it was the same pair of men that attempted both of these robberies.

“I am keen to speak to anyone who saw anything around the area last night or who could help with my investigations.”

Anyone with information should call police on 08458 505505 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.