A TEENAGER was threatened with a knife and demanded he hand over his bike in a horrific attack.
The 13-year-old, who was able to escape unharmed after the attack in Southend, was threatened by two men.
A knife has since been found by Essex Police.
Two arrests have also been made in connection with the incident, the force confirmed.
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A spokesman from Essex Police, said: "Yesterday afternoon we received a call about an alleged attempted knife point robbery in Southend.
"It was alleged the 13 year old victim had been threatened with a knife, by two males, who demanded he hand over his bike.
"Fortunately the victim was able to escape, unharmed.
"Based on the victim’s account and some excellent local knowledge by one of our Child and Young Person officers, we were able to identify two potential suspects.
"Following an extensive area search by officers from various departments, two juvenile males were located and arrested on suspicion of attempted robbery and possession of a bladed article in a public place.
"We have also recovered a knife.
"Both males were interviewed by CID and have been released on conditional bail, pending further enquiries.
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