Police in Edinburgh have released CCTV images of two men they want to talk to in connection with an ‘incident’ in Edinburgh city centre.

The incident, details of which have not been released by Police Scotland, took place in Potterrow between 9.40pm and 10.05pm on Friday, January 16.

Both of the men police want to speak to have been described as white, aged between 18 and 25 and of slim build.

At the time of the incident, the first man was wearing a white tracksuit with a hood over his head, dark sunglasses, a grey and blue striped scarf and black and red Nike basketball-style trainers.

Police Scotland have issued an appeal to find two men who they believe could assist their investigation into an incident in Potterrow earlier this year. | Police Scotland

placeholder image — Police Scotland have issued an appeal to find two men who they believe could assist their investigation into an incident in Potterrow earlier this year. | Police Scotland

The second man had short, dark hair and was wearing black framed glasses, a dark-coloured baseball cap featuring a white motif, a light-blue denim jacket, grey t-shirt, light trousers and light brown ‘Ugg’-style boots.

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Police Constable Neil Mackay said: “As part of our investigation we are eager to trace the two men pictured. They are believed to have left the Potterrow area in the direction of West Nicolson Street. I’d ask anyone who can help to come forward as soon as possible.”

Anyone with any information are being asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference 1217 of Saturday, January 17. You can also provide information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.