Teen attacks, robs Madison man walking home, police say

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A Madison man walking home Wednesday was attacked and robbed on Madison’s south side, according to a news release.

Madison police said a 41-year-old man was punched, knocked to the ground and robbed while walking home along Beld Street at 6:13 p.m.

The man told police the back of his head struck pavement and he may have lost consciousness. He told police he was approached by three young men, and one hit him in the head. His cellphone, wallet and headphones were taken while he was on the ground, he said.

Police said he was able to provide officers with a good description of the person who battered him. Police located the suspect, identified as 17-year-old Peter J. Conley, of Madison. Conley was arrested on suspicion of substantial battery and robbery with use of force.

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