Two thugs 'pushed a pensioner' to the ground before nicking his stuff on a footpath.

Police say the incident took place between 10.40pm and 10.50pm on Sunday, July 14, on a path at Laburnum Road in Viewpark, near a youth club

During the situation, the 77-year-old man was walking along the footpath when two brazen thieves approached him from behind, pushed him to the ground, then pinched his bag which contained many of his personal belongings.

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After that, the culprits then bolted off.

Now, cops are appealing for information on the shocking incident.

Officers are currently checking relevant CCTV footage to help provide information on the pair.

Detective Constable Ian Dymock said: “I am appealing to anyone who has any information on this incident or the two suspects to please get in touch with us.

"The victim did not seek medical treatment, but he has been badly affected by what has happened.

"I would ask anyone with dash cams or doorbell recording equipment to check their footage, it could have captured images of the two men which would assist our investigation.”

A spokesperson for Police Scotland added: "Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 2200 of July 16, 2024.

"Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where you can give your information anonymously."