Police have released CCTV of a man that officers would like to speak to in connection with a robbery and two attempted robberies in Edinburgh last year.
The first incident occurred at around 2.30pm on Sunday 20 December at Greggs The Bakery on Restalrig Road South.
The second incident occurred at around 4.05pm on Tuesday 22 December, at the AQQA store again on Restalrig Road South.
The third incident occurred at around 11pm on Friday 25 December, at the May Sun takeaway on Craigentinny Road.
Officers believe that the male shown in the image may be able to assist them with their enquiries and appeal to any members of the public who may recognise him to come forward.
He is described as white, in his 20’s, between 5ft 5ins and 5ft 7ins tall, with a medium build and speaks with a Scottish accent.
Detective Constable John McShane said: “These incidents have been a frightening experience for those targeted, and we’re eager to hear from anyone who can assist with our ongoing investigation.”
Those with any information can contact Police Scotland on 101 or alternatively the charity Crimestoppers anonymously 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.
