Officers launched an investigation following reports of an incident on Clifton Terrace, near Haymarket Station.Police would like to speak to the man picturedPolice would like to speak to the man pictured(Image: Police Scotland)

Police probing a serious attack in Edinburgh have released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak with.

Officers launched an investigation following reports of an incident on Clifton Terrace, near Haymarket Station, at around 12am on Sunday, February 2.

Detectives have now released an image of a man they would like to speak to as he “may be able to assist”.

He is described as white, in his late 20s to mid-30s and of slim build.

He was wearing a dark blue jacket, black jogging bottoms, white trainers, a black Adidas rucksack and a dark coloured baseball cap.

Officers are now appealing for information.

Police would like to speak to the man picturedPolice would like to speak to the man pictured(Image: Police Scotland)

Detective Sergeant Mark Asquith said: “We would 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 0034 of February 2, 2025.

Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.

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