Man Charged with Assault and Robbery Following Incident in Inverness City Centre

Police Scotland have confirmed that a man has been arrested and charged following a report of an assault and robbery in Inverness. The incident, which took place in the city, sparked a prompt investigation by local detectives.

The incident took place on Wednesday, 22 April 2026, when a member of the public was approached, assaulted, and robbed of their personal belongings. Emergency services responded to the scene, and although the victim did not require major hospitalization, they were left deeply shaken by the encounter.

Following inquiries by Inverness CID, officers arrested a 34-year-old man. He has been formally charged with assault and robbery. A report has been submitted to the Procurator Fiscal, and the accused is scheduled to appear at Inverness Sheriff Court in due course.

The arrest has been welcomed by local community representatives, who have expressed concern over street safety and crime rates within the Highland capital. Police patrols have been active in the area to reassure residents and businesses.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "We can confirm that a 34-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with an assault and robbery in Inverness on 22 April 2026. We would like to thank the public for their assistance during this investigation. Our officers remain committed to keeping the streets of Inverness safe for everyone."

Authorities continue to encourage anyone who witnesses suspicious activity or street crime to report it immediately by calling 101, or 999 in an emergency situation.