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Jacob Farr

Edinburgh police looking to speak to teen following assault in residential area

Officers are asking for residents of Edinburgh to help in contacting a man who may be able to assist their investigation into an assault in the capital.

Police Scotland say that the incident took place at around 11:30pm on Tuesday October 18 at Murrayburn Place in Wester Hailes.

The male that they are looking to speak to is believed to be around six foot and between 16 and 18 years old.

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They say that he was described as wearing a grey-cloured top, jogging bottoms, sunglasses and black gloves.

A 22-year-old man has already been charged in connection with the incident that took place close to the Westside Plaza.

Detective sergeant Todd Rutherford said: “I would urge the man or anyone who knows who he is to get in touch with us.

“Anyone with any information is asked to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3811 of Tuesday, 18 October, 2022, or make a call anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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