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Iona Young

Edinburgh police release CCTV of man they 'wish to talk to' after Meadowbank robbery

Edinburgh police have released CCTV images as their investigation into a robbery that took place on London Road in January this year continues.

The incident took place on January 6 earlier this year, on London Road close to Meadowbank Church on Thursday, January6 2022 at around 6.35pm.

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A 61-year-old woman was waiting to cross the road when her handbag was snatched, causing her to fall to the ground

It is believed the man pictured will be able to assist the investigation and he, or anyone who recognises him, is asked to come forward.



He is described as being white, around 5ft 8ins, aged 25 to 30-years-old, with straggly brown hair. He was wearing a dark-coloured parka style jacket with a fur lined hood, red/burgundy tracksuit bottoms and trainers.

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A police spokesman said: "If anyone has any information regarding the incident or recognises the man in the image, please contact Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 2322 of Thursday, 6 January, 2022.

"Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously."

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