Cyclists have restrained three people after they allegedly assaulted and robbed two riders in Tuggeranong, police said.
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Police said two young people and a man approached the first male cyclist near Jenke Circuit, Kambah about 6.20pm.
"The cyclist was assaulted and his mobile phone was stolen," police said in a statement.
"About 6.30pm yesterday [Thursday], another male cyclist riding on the underpass footpath on Athlon Drive, Greenway was approached by two juveniles and a man. The man was forced from his bicycle, assaulted and his wallet stolen.
"The three alleged offenders were then restrained by the first victim and other passing cyclists. On police arrival, the three offenders were arrested."
Police said they would charge a 43-year-old man with four offences including two counts of aggravated robbery in company. One of the young people was also charged with four offences. They expect to charge the second young person at a later date.
Police said their investigations were continuing, and they asked anyone who may have witnessed the incident or have any information that could assist police to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at act.crimestoppers.com.au.
