A DRIVER was threatened by two motorbike riders in an attempted car-jacking in Southampton.

The two robbers attempted to open a car door and take the keys while threatening the driver - who managed to escape to safety.

Now officers have released an e-fit of a man they would like to speak to in relation to the incident.

It took place just after midnight on Monday, June 11, in Barrow Down Gardens, Hightown.

The victim, a 20-year-old man, managed to reverse his car and drove off before calling the police.

Nothing was stolen and the man was not injured.

Police say the motorbike used was a 'red Lexus' and was recovered by officers.

One of the people on the motorbike has been described as a boy aged between 16 and 18- years-old, white, 5ft 5in, blond hair and wearing a grey jacket.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting reference '44180216707', or contact Crimestoppers anonymously.