Edinburgh police have released a series of CCTV images as they investigate a serious assault in Portobello.
Officers have issued images of a man they wish to speak to in relation to the incident, which took place earlier this year on Brighton Place.
Occurring at around 11pm on Monday, July 18, police now believe that the man pictured could provide valuable information that could assist them, and have urged anyone who may know him to come forward.
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The male is described as being white, around 40 years old, around 6ft2” tall, bald head, thin build. He is shown in the image as wearing a light coloured t-shirt with a design on the front and shorts.
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Detective Constable Mark Walker of Gayfield CID said: “I would urge the male, or anyone who has information relating to the male, depicted in these images to make contact with the Police. Members of the public can contact Police Scotland via the 101 non-emergency telephone number quoting incident number 3631 of 22 July 2022.
"Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, if you wish to remain anonymous.”
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