Edinburgh crime: Police release CCTV pictures amid probe into assault which hospitalised man

Officers have released CCTV images of a man as they investigate the assault in the early hours of Sunday, July 7 on Frederick Street.

They hope the man in the pictures could help them get to the bottom of the crime.

He is described as white and in his early 20s with a slim build and short dark hair.

Police hope to speak to the man | Police Scotland

In the pictures, he is seen to be wearing a white t-shirt, light blue jeans and white trainers.

He has a grey jumper tied around his waist.

Detective Constable Rebecca Curtis said: “We encourage this man, anyone who may recognise him, or anyone with information about this incident to get in touch.”

The assault left a man in hospital | Police Scotland

Anyone who may know or have seen the man assist should call Police Scotland on 101, quoting the reference number 0669 of 7 July.

To make an anonymous report, people can also call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.