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At approximately 11 p.m., police responded to a robbery that occurred on Bell Road in Halifax between the Bengal Lancers stable and Sackville Street. A 22-year-old woman was walking southbound on Bell Road talking on her cell phone when she was suddenly approached by two men. One of the men grabbed her cell phone from her and shoved her to the ground. Both suspects then fled the area. The victim was not injured during this encounter. The first suspect was described as a black man, 20 to 25-years-old, wearing a white t-shirt and a red flat brim ball cap. The second suspect was described as a black man, 20 to 25-years-old, wearing a black hoodie and dark pants. The matter remains under investigation and anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact police at 490-5016. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or texting a tip - Tip 202 + your message to 274637.