Police in Edinburgh are appealing for witnesses following an assault and robbery that happened in the Granton area of the Capital yesterday morning.
The 52-year-old victim was walking in Crewe Path, which links Crewe Road West to Crewe Road North, around 11.15am when he was approached by four male youths.
As he passed the group he was struck in the face, which caused him to fall to the ground, and he was kicked in the head and body.
Following the incident the suspects fled along Crewe Path to Crewe Road North. It was only afterwards that the victim discovered that his wallet was missing.
The suspects are all described as white, and between 15 and 18 years-old. One of them is described as being around 5ft 11ins tall, with a slim build, and wearing a grey top. The remaining three are only described as being around 5ft 8ins tall.
Detective Constable Rachel Robertson said: -“While the victim did not suffer any serious injury, he was left extremely shaken as a result of his ordeal, and we are appealing for any information that can assist us in tracing those responsible.
“Anyone who witnessed the assault, or who was in the area at the time and may have noticed four male youths together, should contact police.
“Anyone else who has any information that can assist our enquiries should also get in touch.”
Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101, or make an anonymous report through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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