Edinburgh crime: Hunt for man who performed solo sex act while 'staring' at woman on train

Detectives are appealing for witnesses to come forward following the incident, which took place between Edinburgh Haymarket and Montrose some time from 4.40pm and 6pm on Friday, April 25. According to officers, a man began staring at a woman before touching himself over his trousers and blowing kisses at her.

The man, who left the train at Montrose, is described as white, with long grey/blonde hair tied back in a ponytail, in his late forties to mid fifties of a slim build and around 5ft 7ins.

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He wore a light grey baseball cap, a dark grey jumper with a blue T shirt underneath, black jeans and light brown boots.He was carrying a large white and cream fabric suitcase and a backpack.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information is asked to contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 573 of 25 April.

Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.