Two in court on Monday – watches still missing
A 24-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the armed robbery which took place at Laing the Jewellers in Frederick Street on Monday morning.
The man is in custody after police carried out a search of a property in Chesser Grove on Thursday.
Officers also recovered a significant quantity of heroin with a street value of about £47,000, two firearms, ammunition and a quantity of cash during the raid.
A second man, 26, who is not believed to have been involved in the armed robbery, was arrested at the property for firearms and drug-related offences.
Both men are now due to appear in Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday.
A man and woman from Easter Drylaw were detained by police in connection with the incident on Tuesday but were subsequently released without charge.
Police Scotland’s Detective Inspector Grant Johnston said: “Following an investigation officers have arrested and charged a 24-year-old man in connection with an armed robbery at Laing the Jeweller. As part of our inquiries we also recovered a quantity of drugs and firearms, and a second male has been arrested for these offences.
“I would also add that police are still attempting to trace the Rolex watches that were stolen from the jewellers and I would ask anyone who can provide information on their whereabouts to call us immediately.”
If you have any information call Police Scotland on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
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