Edinburgh crime: Police CCTV appeal after 'serious assault' on Lower Granton Road in Edinburgh

Police in Edinburgh has shared a CCTV image of a man who detectives believe may be able to assist them with their enquires

A CCTV image has been released by police after an alleged ‘serious assault’ in Edinburgh.

The incident happened on Lower Granton Road around 4.30pm on Saturday, 16 May, 2026. The man is described as white, 6ft in height, of heavy build, aged 40-50 years-old and bald.

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Police in Edinburgh are hoping to speak to the man. | Police Scotland

Detective Sergeant Keith Morrison said: “We would ask the man in the image, or anyone who recognises him, to contact us as soon as possible."

Anyone who has information that may assist with this investigation is asked to contact Police Scotland via 101 quoting incident number 2173 of Saturday, 16 May, 2026. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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