Police are appealing for information after a robbery at a residential address in the Dolphin Road area during the early hours of this morning.

Two men forced entry to the property at around 1:30am, which was occupied by a man and a woman, and stole jewellery and cash.

The woman was assaulted and was treated for minor injuries at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary.

Detective Inspector Bruce Coutts, who is leading the investigation, said: “This incident has understandably been very traumatic for the couple and we are supporting them at this difficult time

“We are carrying out extensive enquiries and would urge anyone who has information to come forward.

“Two men we would like to speak to were wearing dark clothing and were believed to be travelling in a small silver car.

“We would also ask that anyone with private CCTV reviews their footage and contacts us if they believe they have footage that could be of assistance to our enquiries.

“Officers will remain in the area over the next few days to carry out enquiries and anyone with concerns can speak to them.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact us on 101 quoting reference 504 of 11th February or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 if you wish to remain anonymous.”

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.