Police have released CCTV images of two men that they believe may be able to assist them with their enquiries into a robbery which took place in the grounds of St Cuthbert’s Church around 7.35 pm on Saturday 24th September 2016.
A 23-year-old man had left his work in the City Centre earlier. He made his way home through Princes Street Gardens and then the grounds of St Cuthbert’s Church where he was attacked and a sum of money taken from him.
It is believed the men pictured will be able to assist the investigation. Officers urge the men or anyone who recognises them to come forward and contact police.
Detective Constable Kevin Walls from Corstorphine CID said: “The victim was unharmed during the incident though obviously shaken.
“We are appealing for anyone who can help us locate these men to get in touch with us.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 or make an anonymous report through 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.
