Edinburgh crime: Police hunting two men after man hospitalised following assault in Gracemount Drive

The incident occurred in Gracemount Drive at around 10pm on Tuesday, August 27.

The first man is described as white, around 30-years-old, tall and of slim build. He was wearing a dark coloured baseball cap, black zip up hoodie and black Adidas trainers with white sole and stripes. He spoke with a local Scottish accent and has potential links to Bonnyrigg.

Edinburgh police have released images of two men who may be able to assist with enquiries into an assault that left a 53-year-old man in hospital | Police Scotland

The second man is described as white, aged between 30 and 45-years-old, of heavy build and short brown hair. He was wearing a red/orange hooded top with white draw strings, blue jeans and white trainers.

Detective Constable Richmond of Edinburgh CID said: "I would urge the men pictured, or anyone who has information relating to him, to contact police as soon as possible.”

Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference number 4231 of August 27.