30-year-old woman assaulted and robbed: Nicolson Street, Edinburgh
(EH8 - Tuesday, 31 August, 2010)

The incident happened around 6.15am on Friday 27th August in Nicolson Street.

The 30-year-old was walking past Blockbuster Video on South Clerk Street when a male appropached and attempted to engage her in conversation.

The woman continually tried to ignore him and walked towards Nicolson Street, where the man followed her.

The woman then produced her phone, at which time she was pushed by the suspect, who then stole the phone and made off onto Rankeillor Street where he was lost to sight.

Police are now appealing for anyone who was in the area and witnessed anything suspicious to come forward.

The suspect is described as:

• a black male
• 6ft 2ins to 6ft 3ins tall
• slim athletic build
• short black hair
• a clean shaven face
• wearing a beige coloured t-shirt

A police spokesman said:

"The victim was left understandably shaken by this experience and we are keen to speak to anyone who may have been in or around Nicolson Street around 6.15am on Friday morning and perhaps witnessed the robbery.

''We would also be keen to hear from anyone who might recognise the description of the suspect and would urge them or anyone else with information that can assist with our enquiries to contact police immediately."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Lothian and Borders Police on 0131 311 3131.

Alternatively call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

Police Force: Lothian and Borders

Address:
Nicolson Street
Edinburgh
Midlothian
EH8