An armed robber was chased down an Edinburgh street by the shop owner he targeted, police have said.
The thief made off with a three-figure sum following a raid on Meadows Wine off-licence in Melville Drive.
He was chased for around 40 yards along nearby Sciennes Place by the 40-year-old shop owner before managing to disappear out of sight.
The robber is described as being around 6ft tall and of medium to heavy build. He was wearing a black, waist length 'Helly Hansen' jacket and beige beanie hat.
The raid happened at around 9pm on Friday.
A police spokesman said: "The area was busy at this time of the evening and I'm sure someone must have seen this 40 yard chase along Sciennes Place."
Anyone with information can contact Lothian and Borders Police on 0131 652 4131 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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