TWO York teenagers were threatened with a large kitchen knife by two would-be robbers.

The two 19-year-old victims fled without handing over any cash but were pursued by their attackers for a short time.

Th incident happened at about 2.15pm yesterday as the pair walked along the old railway line off Heworth Road, York.

As they walked under a bridge, two teenagers confronted them and demanded cash while brandishing a large-bladed kitchen knife.

The first attacker is described as white, aged 17 or 18, with short dark hair. He was wearing a dark blue hooded Adidas top, Adidas trousers and a dark baseball cap. His accomplice was a similar age, wearing white clothing. Anyone with information should phone York Police on 01904 631321.

Updated: 14:53 Friday, June 20, 2003