A STUDENT has been left with a suspected fractured jaw after being robbed by two men in Southampton.

The 18-year-old was punched in the face three times as one of the attackers tried to take a mobile phone from him.

Police say the victim was walking with a friend when they were approached by the pair who asked for money outside the entrance to West Quay.

When they refused to give the thieves what they wanted the victims were threatened until they finally relented and handed over the cash.

The robbers were captured on CCTV shortly after the theft at about 2.20am yesterday morning near to the Bargate shopping centre, walking towards Castle Way.

Unusually they appear to have changed their clothing within the short time they were caught on film - they were initially wearing white tops with stripes and were then seen wearing black tops.

Officers, who are appealing for witnesses, believe they may have stopped other people walking in the High Street and also asked them for money.

They have released images of the pair, as well as a woman who they believe could be a vital witness to the robbery.

The first robber is described as white, about 5ft 8in and aged 18-19 years old. He is stocky and has short blond hair. The second man is also white, about 6ft and 18-19 years old. He is slim with short dark hair.

Police are appealing for any witnesses to the incident, or anyone who recognises the offenders or witness to contact them.

Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Mike Hedley of the Southampton's Street Robbery Investigation Team at Hulse Road on 0845 045 4545. Information can also be given anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.