Balerno sex attacker warned police have his full DNA profile
Detectives investigating a sexual assault on a 19-year-old woman in Edinburgh earlier this year said they have a full DNA profile of the suspect.
A man forced the woman into a field and attacked her as she walked along Newmills Road in Balerno in August.
The case featured on Crimewatch on Monday night.
Detective Inspector Grant Johnston said: "We are hopeful that the Crimewatch appeal will help jog people's memories and result in a vital piece of information.
"Anyone who believes they have information that could assist with our ongoing inquiries is asked to come forward immediately."
The attack happened at about 12.30am on Thursday August 27 when the teenager was threatened before being subjected to a serious sexual assault.
The man is described as white with a slim build, around 6ft and possibly has long hair.
At the time, he was wearing a grey hoodie and dark jeans. He may also speak with an Edinburgh or English accent.
Police said they are also looking to trace the occupants of a light coloured five-door saloon car as potential witnesses.
The vehicle was seen a short time before the incident near the railway line further down Newmills Road towards Gowanhill Farm Road.