Image released of man following 'serious assault' on Edinburgh's Princes Street

The incident happened in the early hours of May 19

Author: Paul ReillyPublished 12th Jun 2024

Police in Edinburgh have released an image of a man they're looking for following a serious assault in the capital's city centre.

Another man, 38, was taken to hospital after the incident on Princes Street close to Charlotte Street, on Sunday, 19 May around 3am.

The man is described as white, around twenty to thirty-years-old, of slim build, with light hair.

He was wearing a navy-blue polo neck, blue jeans, and black trainers with white soles.

He was carrying a maroon jumper around his shoulders.

DC Calum Turnbull of Gayfield Square CID, said: “We encourage this man, anyone who may recognise him, or anyone with information about this incident to get in touch.”

Anyone who can assist is asked to contact Police Scotland via 101, quoting reference number 0665 of 19 May 2024. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.

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