ARMED robbers brandishing knives confronted a teenage cyclist in a terrifying ordeal.

Three masked men riding mopeds approached a boy in a Handforth park at around 5pm on Sunday, October 13.

The teenager had travelled on his e-bike from Meriton Road Park when he was stopped by the gang near the junction of Meriton Road and Wilmslow Road.

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The suspects, wearing black gloves and balaclavas, were riding mopeds and chased the victim back into the park.

The victim fled towards his three friends who were still in the park.

The robbers, who were believed to be armed with knives, subsequently approached the group and stole two e-bikes, a coat, and a hat.

They then left the scene.

The suspects are believed to be aged men between 17 and 18 years old and were dressed all in black including gloves and balaclavas.

Detective Sergeant Stephen Joyce said: “We understand this incident is very concerning for members of the public.

“However we would like to reassure people that we are doing all we can to trace those responsible.

“As part of enquiries into this incident, we would like anyone who witnessed what happened, or saw anything before or after the incident which could aid our investigation to get in touch.

“The same goes for anyone with any relevant CCTV or dashcam footage.

“You can report information to us via cheshire.police.uk/tell-us, or call 101, quoting IML-1939220.”