A shop worker was threatened by a man who made off with a three-figure sum of cash in the Edinburgh area.
The robbery happened at about 12.45pm on Tuesday at the Niddrie Mill Convenience Store in Niddrie Mill Drive.
A 19-year-old woman was working in the shop when the man threatened her and demanded money.
Police say he escaped with a three-figure sum and headed towards Niddrie Mill Avenue.
The suspect is described as white and wearing a dark hooded jacket, black scarf, sunglasses and light grey jogging pants. Police say he spoke with a local accent.
Detective Constable Andy Cory, from Edinburgh's violence reduction unit, said: "Fortunately the shop worker was not injured during this robbery, but she was left very shaken and upset by the incident.
"No weapon was presented but the suspect intimated he was in possession of one and we are eager to speak to anyone who can help us trace this individual.
"Anyone who saw any suspicious activity around the store or can help us identify the male responsible should contact police immediately."
Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101.
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