HALIFAX - Three people were allegedly swarmed by as many as 15 attackers early Sunday in Halifax.

Police say the victims, two men and one woman, were swarmed by 10-15 youths -- one female and the rest males -- all wearing dark clothing.

It's alleged the female attacker punched the female victim, knocking her to the ground, and took her wallet.

Police say one male victim was punched in the face and knocked to the ground then punched and kicked while the other male victim began to fight with the group, who ran from the scene.

All three victims were treated by emergency services and later released.