Police are appealing for witnesses following an attempted robbery in High Wycombe.

An attempted robbery of a woman took place in Lucas Park, just off Lucas Road and Underwood Road, at around 9.10pm on Thursday, May 14.

The woman was walking through the park when the incident took place.

The suspect is described as a man in his late 20s to early 30s, approximately 5ft 5in in height and of average build, and is described as wearing a puffer jacket with long sleeves.

Thames Valley Police are carrying out extra patrols in the area.

In a Facebook post, Thames Valley Police said: "The police are appealing for any witnesses who may have been in the area at the time, who may have seen or heard anything strange.

Please also consider reviewing any camera footage in the area during this time frame."

"If you have any relevant information, please call 101 quoting the reference number 43260239659," the force added.