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Man assaulted and robbed in Edinburgh

Police try to trace two suspects following attack in Restalrig.

06 October 2009 08:16 GMT

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Man assaulted and robbed in Edinburgh

Police are appealing for information after a man was assaulted and robbed in Edinburgh.

It happened shortly after midday on Monday at Restalrig Road, on a railway bridge and disused railway line.

Officers are now trying to trace the two men responsible.

One is described as white, aged 30-35 and between 5'11" and 6'0 tall. He had short dark hair and was wearing a dark grey tracksuit.

Both men ran westwards along the rail line towards Lochend Road following the attack.

The disused line is popular with walkers and cyclists and the Lothian and Borders Force says the area was also busy with vehicle traffic.

Officers are appealing for anyone with information  to get in touch on 0131 311 3131, or contact Crimestoppers anonomously on 0800 555 111.

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