Man-hunt for robber in Kingsbury

Police are on the hunt for a black man who robbed a woman, 31, as she walked from Kingsbury Train Station at around 7pm on Wednesday 13th.
The man, still unidentified, was wearing a grey hooded top and reportedly attacked the woman, throwing her to the ground and taking her hand bag. He was then seen running towards Roe Green Park, Kingsbury.
Anyone with information should call Brent Police on 020 8733 3159 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111

Reflective report: This news story was part of our emergency services assignment. I got it through a press release from Brent Police Press Office that was provided to Harrow Observer reporters. There were several stories, but I choose this one because I thought it was an unusual incident that would make an interesting news-in-brief. After revision, I was told to make it more urgent. I tried to do this by adding the element of “police hunt” and changing the language to make it sound more pressing. It would be interesting to follow up on the case to see whether or not the man was caught by police. In case he did get caught, I would continue to look into it and possibly report on the court proceedings (if any). It would also be interesting to do a background check of similar incidents in the area and, if they are common or on the rise, what police and the community plan to do about it. Also, if possible, I would contact the victim and get the story from her point of view. This would present a good picture opportunity.