Group attacks and robs man and woman at Edinburgh crossing in 'shockingly unprovoked' assault

A man and woman have been assaulted and robbed in a “shockingly unprovoked” attack in Edinburgh.

A 50-year-old man and 32-year-old woman were at the pedestrian crossing at Leith Street and Princes Street junction around 10pm on Monday when they were targeted at random by a group of people.

They were both injured and taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary for treatment.

The suspects, all believed to be aged between 14 and 20, ran off towards St James Quarter and Multrees Walk.

Detective sergeant Steven Gray of CID said: “This appears to have been a shockingly unprovoked and random attack, which left the victims requiring medical treatment.

“We are keen to trace three males and a female.

“The first male youth is described as aged between 14 and 16 years of age, tanned complexion, of medium build, with light curly hair which was short on top. He was wearing a black snood, a blue zipped jacket with white down the side.

“The second male is aged between 16 and 20 years of age, with dark hair. He was wearing dark clothing and white trainers.

“The third male is aged between 16 and 20 years of age, with dark hair. He was wearing dark clothing with white writing across the chest.

“The female is aged between 16 and 20 years of age, 5ft 1ins tall, with blonde hair. She was wearing a white jacket.

“As part of our enquiries, we are reviewing CCTV to identify those responsible. We would ask if anyone has footage of the incident to please come forward.

“If you believe you could help our investigation, please call 101 quoting reference 4015 of October 28, 2024. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, if you wish to remain anonymous.”