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Sian Traynor

Police issue CCTV appeal to track down man after attempted robbery in Dalry

Police in Edinburgh have released urgent CCTV footage from an attempted robbery in Dalry in April of this year.

Officers have stated they are hoping to trace the man pictured in connection with the attack on Orwell Terrace.

According to police, the incident occurred at around 9.35pm on Wednesday, April 1, 2020.

A 25-year-old man was on Orwell Terrace, when he was assaulted by an unknown man who then attempted to rob him.

It is believed the man pictured may be able to assist the investigation.

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Detective Constable Peter Lyons from Corstorphine CID said: "The victim was understandably very shaken as a result of this attack.

"We are appealing for anyone who can help identify this male as he may be able to assist the officers with their enquiries.

"Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3529 of 1st April 2020, or make an anonymous report through the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

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