Horror assault in Scots city centre sparks CCTV appeal as cops search for man
STREET ATTACK Horror assault in Scots city centre sparks CCTV appeal as cops search for man
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COPS are seeking to track down a man after a serious assault in Edinburgh city centre.
The attack happened on Guthrie Street in the capital's Old Town in the early hours of Monday morning.
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A serious assault took place on Guthrie Street in Edinburgh in the early hours of Monday morning
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Officers were alerted to the attack, which took place around 1.30am.
Police are looking to track down a man described as white, of slim build, aged between 18 and 24 years old, with short dark hair.
He was spotted on CCTV wearing a red jumper, dark coloured short and dark coloured trainers.
Cops are calling on the man to get in touch with officers.
They have also urged members of the public who have any information relating to the attack to get in contact.
Detective Constable Lindsay Johnston, of Corstorphine CID, said: 'We would encourage this man, anyone who may recognise him, or anyone with information about this incident to get in touch.
'If you have any information that can assist with our investigation then please call Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference number 0344 of 14 July 2025.
'Alternatively, make a call anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.'
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Cops are looking to track down a man spotted on CCTV
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