Halifax Regional Police are investigating a Friday night robbery that occurred in Dartmouth.
Officers were called to the area of Demetrious Lane and Victoria Road shortly before 10:00 p.m., responding to a report that an injured man was attempting to stop vehicles.
When police arrived, a 24 year old male was discovered with superficial injuries.
Police say the man claims he was walking when he was approached by a group of males who assaulted him and stole his cell phone and cash.
The victim was treated and released by EHS at the scene.
The attackers are described as younger black males, but no other information is known.
Investigators are asking anyone who has information on this incident to call police at 902-490-5020. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca