Man assaulted and robbed in Cowgate
Police are on the hunt for 2 men who assaulted and robbed a man in the Cowgate area early yesterday morning.
A 23 year old man was walking along Merchant Street into Dyers Close around 1:40am when, at the bottom of the lane, he was approached by two men.
The pair then assaulted and threatened him, before stealing his mobile phone and beanie hat. The culprits were last seen heading up Dyers Close towards Merchant Street.
The first suspect is described as white, 5ft 10inches tall, aged 30-40, with a slim/medium build. He is described as having an unkempt appearance and no facial hair. He was wearing a black hoodie and dark trousers.
The second suspect is described as white, 5ft 10 inches tall, aged 30-40. He as clean-shaven, and wearing a black hoodie and dark trousers.
Detective Inspector John Kavanagh of Corstorphine CID said: "This was a shocking attack on a young man as he made his way home from work, and we're appealing for the public's help to trace the suspects.
"We're urging anyone who saw anyone who saw these two men in the area around this time, or who recognises their descriptions, to come forward.
"Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 or contact crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."