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Man sentenced to four years for armed robbery with imitation gun in Edinburgh

A man has been sentenced to four years in prison for armed robbery in Edinburgh.

John Clark, 20, pled guilty at The High Court in Glasgow on Wednesday, 26 March, 2025. He was sentenced at the same court on Friday, 27 June.
Around 7.15am on 24 September, 2023, Clark entered a Post Office in Milton Road West, Edinburgh, armed with an imitation gun.
He made threats to the member of staff working there and made off with a sum of money. 
Detective Constable Chris Stewart said: "This was a terrifying experience for those involved, and Clark will now face the consequences of his actions. I hope this outcome provides some reassurance to the victims.
 
"We remain committed to thoroughly investigating violent crime and ensuring those responsible are held to account."

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