A 24-year-old man was treated and released from Halifax Regional Medical Center last night after he was beaten during a strong arm robbery.

Roanoke Rapids Police Chief Jeff Hinton said the assault occurred at Creekside Court off West 10th Street and the victim familiar with his assailant.

The victim was visiting the housing project when the assailant approached him and began to beat him in the face with his fists, demanding the contents in his pocket.

The man relinquished cash and other undisclosed items.

Police continue to investigate and anyone with information is encouraged to call the police department at 533-2810 or Halifax County Crimestoppers at 583-4444.