A DRIVER has been robbed at knifepoint while he waited at traffic lights at Hackman’s Gate near Belbroughton today (June 10).

West Mercia Police have begun a manhunt and are urgently appealing for witnesses following the incident which took place just before 1.30pm.

The victim, a man in his 30s, was driving a white Ford Focus in Belbroughton Road towards Blakedown and had just pulled up at the junction when the attack happened.

Detective Constable Paul Willetts, of Kidderminster CID, said: “The driver was obviously shocked but unhurt. This happened at a very busy junction in broad daylight and we urgently need to speak to anyone who witnessed what happened.

“We have a good description of the offender and his dog and it is highly likely that someone would have seen him there in the area or may know who he is. If so then please contact us without delay.”

The offender walked into the middle of the road to open the driver’s door and demanded his wallet while threatening him with a knife.

The motorist handed over his wallet, containing cards and a small amount of cash, then stepped on the accelerator to escape.

After driving to the other side of the junction he stopped and contacted the police.

The robber, who had a small black dog with him, was last seen dragging the animal along a grass verge from the crossroads back towards Belbroughton.

He is described as white, aged in his mid-30s, around five-feet-nine and skinny. He had brown hair which was short at the front and sides but long and straggly at the back.

He was wearing dirty, blue jeans and a grey sports jacket with black stripes down the sleeves.

Police including dog handlers launched an immediate search of the area, anyone with information should call Kidderminster CID on 0300 333 3000 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.