Attempted armed robbery at an Edinburgh shop

Attempted robbery in Edinburgh

According to Stv, an armed robbery attempt took place at a shop in Edinburgh on 29 June 2026. The incident occurred when an individual entered the premises armed and attempted to carry out a robbery.

Stv reports that the suspect fled the scene after staff members laughed at him during the encounter. No further details regarding the suspect or the nature of the weapon have been provided at this time.

Business owners are encouraged to review their security protocols and ensure staff are trained on how to respond effectively during emergency situations.

Source : Stv