A police investigation is underway after a 50-year-old woman had her handbag stolen by two teenagers in Edinburgh as she passed through an underpass on Calder Road at around 9.45pm on Thursday.
A male and female approached the victim from behind before punching her on the head and stealing the bag.
Both suspects are described as aged between 18 and 20-years-old and speaking with local accents.
The is of average build with short dark hair and was wearing dark clothing.
The woman had hair dark hair in a pony-tail, an average build and was wearing a grey hodded top with black trousers.
Detective Constable Kevin Walls from Corstorphine CID said: “The victim sustained minor injuries to her head, but did not require medical attention. Nevertheless, she was extremely shaken and distressed and the theft of her bag.
“Anyone who remembers seeing any suspicious activity around the Calder Road underpass during Thursday evening is asked to contact police immediately.
“In addition, anyone who recognises the suspects, or who has any other information relevant to this investigation, should also get in touch.”
Those with information can contact Corstorphine CID via 101 .
Alternatively, an anonymous report can be made to 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.
