Two 14-year-old boys arrested following attempted robbery in George Street

Two 14-year-old boys have been arrested in connection with an attempted robbery in the city centre which took place in George Street, at the junction with St Andrew Square, around 11am this morning.

A 27-year-old male biker was threatened and an attempt was made to steal his bike while he was stopped at the traffic lights.

Enquiries are continuing and detectives would urge anyone who may have witnessed the incident to get in touch as soon as possible.

Those who may have information which can assist with the ongoing investigation can contact Gayfield CID via 101, quoting incident number 1050 of 12th April, or report this anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.