CCTV images of man released following Edinburgh park incident involving 9-year-old boy

He spotted was walking through Davidson's Mains Park on Tuesday 17 October, 2023

Author: Paul ReillyPublished 22nd Mar 2024
Last updated 22nd Mar 2024

Pictures have been released of a man following an incident in an Edinburgh park, involving a 9-year-old boy.

He was spotted walking through Davidson's Mains Park on Tuesday 17 October, 2023.

Police would like to speak to the man in the images who they believe might be able to assist with their enquiry.

He is described as white, aged 18 to 25-years, medium build with short blonde/light brown hair.

He was wearing a black hooded top, black sports shorts with white stripes down the side, black and white trainers and was carrying a can of red bull in his hand.

Detective Inspector Arthur McEwan said: “I am asking anyone who can identify the man in the image or who has information regarding this investigation to contact us.”

Anyone who can help should call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2643, of Tuesday, 17 October, 2023.

Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.

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