Inch Park: Man assaulted and robbed in Edinburgh park

A 22-year-old man has been assaulted and robbed while walking through an Edinburgh park on Monday evening.

Police are appealing for witnesses after the incident that took place in Inch Park around 7.30pm.

The 22-year-old was walking through the park when he was approached by two male youths, one of whom threatened the victim before pulling him to the ground and stealing his bag.

A 22 year old man has been assaulted and robbed in Inch Park.

The first suspect is described as a white male, around 5ft 6ins tall and of average build.

He was wearing a black beanie style hat, black face covering, dark long-sleeved top and dark bottoms.

The second suspect is also described as a white male, around 5ft 9ins tall and of average build.

He was wearing all dark clothing and a face covering.

Detective Inspector Clark Martin, of Edinburgh CID, said: “This was a cowardly act where the victim has thankfully not sustained any injuries.

“Police can be contacted by calling 101, quoting incident number 3025 of Monday, 19 October, 2020.”

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