Police Scotland is appealing for witnesses following a robbery at an Edinburgh convenience store.
The incident happened around 11am on Saturday (30th November) at the Marionville Newsagent, Marionville Road.
A 63-year-old man was working alone inside when a male entered and threatened the staff member. He then proceeded to steal a quantity of cigarettes, with the help of a second male who had entered the store.
A third male was outside the store as a lookout. All three then made off into Dalgety Avenue and were lost to sight.
Police are now urging anyone who can assist with their enquiries to come forward.
The first suspect is described as white, 25-30-years-old, 5ft 10ins tall, medium build, wearing a black beanie hat, black gloves, black top with white toggle, grey jogging bottoms and white trainers.
The second suspect is described as white, 17-19-years-old, 5ft 7ins tall, slim build, dark coloured top with hood, dark tracksuit bottoms and white trainers.
The third suspect is described as white, 17-19-years-old, 5ft 7ins tall, dark hair, wearing a grey hooded top with “OSAKA” written on the front, dark tracksuit bottoms and white trainers.
Detective Sergeant Graham Grant said: “The member of staff was not injured during this incident, however is understandably shaken up.
“We are keen to trace the suspects as soon as possible and would ask members of the public to get in touch if they remember seeing any suspicious activity in or around the Marionville Road area on Saturday morning.
“Anyone who can help us identify the male responsible for this robbery is also asked to contact police immediately.”
Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101 or alternatively, the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.
