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Kris Gourlay

Edinburgh police release image of man following 'frightening' attempted robbery

Police in Edinburgh have released images of a man they wish to speak to in relation to a "frightening" attempted robbery in the city centre.

The incident occurred at around 1.50 am on Monday, November 1, 2021, on Gayfield Place, Edinburgh.

Officers hope the man they have attached an image of can assist them with their enquiries.

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The man shown in the images is described as aged 20-30 years of age, around 5 foot 8 inches tall, with dark hair and was wearing a black and white jacket, black jeans and dark shoes and carrying a rucksack at the time.

Detective Constable Claire Riley, of Gayfield CID, said: “This was a frightening experience for the victim and our inquiries have been ongoing. I would urge the male in the images or anyone with information relating to him to contact police as soon as possible.”

Members of the public can contact Police Scotland via 101, quoting reference number 0298 of 1 November 2021, or if they wish to remain anonymous, they can call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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