Man left injured after assault and robbery as police hunt for suspects

The victim was treated by paramedics at the scene following the attack on Friday afternoon in Arbroath.

Man left injured after assault and robbery on Dishlandtown Street in Arbroath as police hunt for suspects — Arbroath: The incident occurred on Dishlandtown Street on Friday. Google Maps

12th Jun 2023

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A man has been left injured after being assaulted and robbed in Arbroath.

Police were called to the scene on Dishlandtown Street on Friday after the incident occurred around 3.15pm.

The 23-year-old was approached by two men who stole a three-figure sum of cash from him before attacking him and then fleeing the scene.

They were last seen heading along Dishlandtown Street, Catherine Street, and Keptie Street in Arbroath.

The victim sustained injuries and was treated by paramedics at the scene.

One of the suspects is described as around 6ft in height and of slim build. He was wearing a black Crosshatch T-shirt, a black zipped top and bottoms, and grey trainers.

The other suspect is also described as around 6ft in height and of slim build. He was wearing a navy zipped jacket, brown trousers and black trainers with white soles and laces.

Detective constable Lindsay Martin said: “The victim has been left injured by this incident and we are appealing for information to help trace those involved.

“At this time, the street was busy with people and traffic. If anyone has witnessed the incident or captured anything on dash-cam footage or CCTV, please contact police.

“Anyone with any information should contact Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 2311 of Friday, June 9, 2023. “Alternatively, a call can be made anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”