Police appeal after Drylaw purse snatch

Police are appealing for witnesses after the theft of a purse on Groathill Drive North at around 12.30pm on Tuesday (22nd May). The purse was snatched from a woman’s hand by a male on a bicycle who then cycled off in the direction of Ferry Road.

The suspect is described as being male, aged in his early 20’s and wearing a blue anorak with the hood up.

The woman was shaken but not injured in the incident. The purse contained a three-figure sum of cash.

Officers are now appealing for anyone who witnessed the theft to please get in touch.

Constable Will Hoppe of Drylaw police station said: “We are keen to hear from anyone who was in the area of Groathill Drive North around 12.30pm on Tuesday 22nd May. Thankfully the woman was not injured but this was a frightening and upsetting theft that happened in broad daylight.”

Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101 or telephone Crimestoppers in confidence

 

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