Two people were robbed by four men, one of which was brandishing a knife, Police revealed today.

At about 11 p.m. yesterday, Police got a report of a robbery at the junction of Middle Road and Princess Drive in Southampton, which is the property of the Fairmont Southampton Princess hotel.

Original reports from the Police said the couple were tourists. However that information which was supplied to the media was incorrect and the couple were not on vacation on the Island.

A Police spokesman said: “The couple said they were waiting for the hotel shuttle bus when they were approached by four unknown men who had been loitering in the area.

“One of the suspects brandished a bladed article and demanded money from the 25-year-old male who complied.

“The same suspect then approached the 25-year-old female and took her black wallet from her handbag before making good his escape on foot towards the Railway Trail with the three other suspects. They were not injured.”

The wallet contained personal items and Police said the suspects were described as four black men dressed in dark coloured clothing, believed to be 17 to 20-years-old.

The main suspect was described as being 6ft and of medium build. Police are appealing for any witnesses to this incident or anyone with any information to contact the Somerset Criminal Investigation Unit on 234-1010.