VIDEO: Armed Iron man robber battered by shopkeeper with fan

Police are appealing for information following an attempted robbery by a man in an Iron Man mask in the Urquhart Road area of Aberdeen.

This video shows the brave shop keeper protecting his store and beating the attacker, who appears to be holding a knife, away with a heating fan.

The incident took place at Roslin Stores at around 7:20pm yesterday (Tuesday January 19).

The 44-year-old victim was unhurt but shaken by the incident.

Detective Sergeant Martyn Thomson, who is investigating the incident, said: “The man responsible has been described as approximately 5’10” in height and slim build. He was wearing a superhero mask, a two tone light and dark blue hooded top, dark jeans and black trainers with distinctive white soles. He presented a weapon before fleeing the shop towards the city centre.

“We are appealing for anyone who was in the area at the time and has any information to come forward. Anyone with information can contact Police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 if you wish to remain anonymous.”