A man out walking in the early hours of Friday morning (April 30) was threatened by another man, with what was believed to be a knife before the victim's belongings were demanded.
According to police, the attacker struck in Stockbridge Road near Canal Wharf around 2am.
However, the victim was able to run away from the scene without harm, and nothing was reported as stolen.
Officers described the suspect as a white man, aged between 20 and 40, around 5’ 5” and with a northern accent.
He was wearing a black hooded top, black tracksuit bottoms and had a scar, tattoo or bruising below one of his eyes.
Detective Sergeant Emma Fields said:
“Fortunately the victim was able to escape the suspect unharmed but the incident has, understandably, shaken him.
“We are eager to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident, saw a man matching the description or believe you may have home CCTV which could assist our investigation to make contact with us without delay.
“High visibility patrols have been increased in the area while we continue our investigation and we are conducting a number of inquiries to identify the suspect.”
Information, home CCTV, doorbell CCTV or dashcam footage is welcomed online or by calling 101 quoting serial 121 of 30/04.
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