Pictures released of man following 'serious assault' in Edinburgh city centre

Police say it was an 'unprovoked attack'

Author: Paul ReillyPublished 14th Dec 2023

Police have released images of a man they'd like to speak to following a serious assault in Edinburgh city centre last month.

Officers said the 'unprovoked' attack happened at George Street near to North Castle Street at 22:30 on November 18.

The man police believe may be able to assist is described as white and in his 30s with dark-coloured hair.

He was wearing a blue and white tie dye t-shirt, with jeans, and black and white trainers.

Detective Constable Christina Yeoman of Gayfield CID said: "This was an unprovoked attack at a busy time of night in the city centre.

"Violent crime such as this is of the utmost concern to police in Edinburgh so I would urge the male or anyone who recognises him to contact us as soon as possible through 101 quoting incident number 743 of 20 November.

"Alternatively contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.”

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