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Police are appealing for witnesses following a break-in and theft from a city centre church.

The incident happened between 12.25am and 1.15am on Monday 30th March at St Mary’s Cathedral in York Place.

Two men were seen entering the building where they then stole a safe from within, which contained several thousand pounds of cash.

Enquiries are ongoing to trace those responsible and anyone with information is asked to come forward.

Both men are described as white and between 20-30-years-old. One was wearing a dark jacket, jeans and white trainers while the other was wearing a dark hooded top with white stripes on the sleeves and his hood up. He was also in possession of a dark-coloured rucksack.

Detective Sergeant Clark Martin said: “This is a despicable theft from a popular place of worship and city centre attraction.

“We would urge anyone who remembers seeing any suspicious activity around St Mary’s Cathedral or within York Place in the early hours of Monday morning to contact police immediately.

“In addition, anyone who recognises the description of the suspects or who has any other information relevant to our ongoing enquiry is also asked to get in touch.”

Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101 or alternatively, the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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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.