Police are appealing for information following a robbery which occurred on Sunday, July 26, at around 10.30pm when two men followed then approached a 27-year-old woman when she was walking down Easter Road.
The men threatened the woman and demanded that she hand over her mobile phone. One man grabbed her phone and, along with the other man, ran away down Easter Road. The victim was not injured as a result of the incident.
Police are eager to trace the two men responsible for this attack and are appealing to the public for information.
The first suspect was described as a white man with a slim build. He was approximately 17-years-old, around 5ft 8″ in height and had an unkempt appearance. He had a pockmarked face, short dark hair and spoke with a Scottish accent. He was wearing a navy blue top, blue jeans and white trainers.
The second suspect was also a white man who was around 17-years-old. He was around 6ft in height, had a medium build and short dark brown hair. He also spoke with a Scottish accent. He was wearing a striped jumper and jeans.
Detective Constable Christopher Harding said: “This was a frightening experience for the woman who was attacked and we are eager to trace the people responsible as soon as possible.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact police immediately.”
Those with information regarding this incident can contact Police Scotland on 101 or anonymously through 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.
