Hibs club shop thief involved in hit-and-run during getaway

A thief who stole football shirts from Hibs club shop was involved in a hit-and-run during his getaway.

The man shoplifted 18 strips, nine away and nine home tops, from the club shop on Albion Road at around 3pm on Friday.

He made off in a black metallic Renault driven by a woman. As the car pulled away, it hit another car – a dark grey Renault Clio and failed to stop.

Officers are now appealing for anyone who witnessed either incident or who has information that can assist them with their inquiries to please get in touch.

Sergeant David Wright of Leith police station said: “This was a high-value shop-lifting in broad daylight with the suspects also involved in a hit-and-run collision as they made their get-away.

“Thankfully no-one was injured but the occupants of the car were understandably shaken.

“We are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed either incident or who has information that can assist us in our investigation.