The Nelson Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying three men who were involved in a robbery this morning.
The robbery occurred at about 3:30 a.m. near the playground at Lakeside Park.
The victim was approached and assaulted by three males who punched the victim in the face and made off with a backpack containing his cell phone, cell phone charger, clothing and wallet with money and credit/debit cards.
The victim suffered cuts to his face during the assault however did not require hospitalization. The victim reported having met the three males earlier in the evening in a downtown bar, however is unsure of their identity.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Nelson Police Department.