Brunswick Street robbery: 13 year old boy arrested

*** UPDATE – 13 YEAR OLD ARRESTED ***

POLICE have released images of a male officers would like to speak to in connection with a robbery which occurred on Tuesday, 4 June, 2024 at around 1:45pm on Brunswick Street in Leith.

Officers believe the male in the images could assist them in their ongoing enquiries and are appealing for the male himself or anyone who may recognise him, or has information about this incident, to get in touch.

The male (pictured) is described as a white male, aged approximately 17-18-years-old, 5ft 9 tall, slim build, pale skin, local Edinburgh accent and short ginger/brown hair.

He was wearing a black Nike hoody and Nike jogging bottoms.

Anyone who recognises the male pictured or has any information is asked to contact Police Scotland via 101 quoting incident number 1808 of 4 June, 2024.

Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where you can give information anonymously.

UPDATE 12.07.24 16:00

A 13-year-old male youth has been arrested and charged in connection with a robbery in Edinburgh. The incident took place on Brunswick Street in Leith around 1.45pm on Tuesday, 4 June, 2024.

A report will be sent to the relevant authority.