Police seek witnesses after man mugged near stadium

police are appealing for witnesses after a man was assaulted and robbed outside Easter Road stadium in the early hours of Friday morning.

The 38-year-old was attacked in Albion Place just after midnight by two teenage males who threatened him with what appeared to be a razor blade, then punched him to the ground and stole his mobile phone.

A police spokesman said: "While the victim did not suffer serious injury, he was still left shaken as a result of his ordeal, and we are appealing for any witnesses to get in touch with police.

"In particular, we want to speak to a woman - described as having dyed red hair and wearing a short-sleeved top and black skirt - who was seen standing nearby."

The first suspect was between 15 and 17, of slim build, with gelled black hair, wearing a white tracksuit and blue scarf. The second was between 17 and 19, of medium build with a chubby face, wearing a black top and dark jeans.

If you can help, call the police on 0131-311 3131.