TWO yobs punched an 18-year-old and rode off with his bike.

Police were called to the assault and theft betwen Kenneth Road and Rectory Road, Pitsea shortly before 4.30pm on Saturday.

The first suspect was wearing a black hooded top and is described as being between 15 and 19 years old, around 5ft 9in, of large build and with short, brown hair.

The second suspect is described as being around 5ft 7in, of large build and was wearing a hooded top tied tightly to obscure his face.

The bike is a blue Raleigh model.

Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to contact Dc Jo Phillips at Basildon police station on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.