A man has been pushed to the ground and robbed of money in a “busy” area of Perth city centre.
The 57-year-old was attacked on St Ann’s Lane, near South Street, between 2.30pm and 3.30pm last Friday.
The victim then had a three-figure sum of cash stolen from him.
He was not injured but police say he has been left shaken.
The suspect is described as white, in his 40s, with blond/brown hair and was wearing a grey top and blue jeans.
Description of Perth robbery suspect
Police are now appealing for any one who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.
Detective Constable Liv McIntyre, Police Scotland, said: “The robbery was reported to police on Tuesday this week and since then officers have been checking CCTV as well as making local inquiries.
“The area was busy at the time and I am sure someone will have seen the robbery take place.
“If you have any information about what happened, then please call officers via 101 quoting reference number 1669 of August 23.
“Details can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
