A WOMAN has been taken to hospital with facial injuries following a robbery in Chester city centre.

Police were called to Sibell Street, near Brook Street, At 12.03am today (Monday, July 16).

A police spokesman said: “A 37-year-old woman was taken to hospital with facial injuries. A 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of robbery and is currently in police custody.

“Anyone with any information is asked to contact Cheshire Police on 101 quoting IML 125231 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”