A man was left needing hospital treatment after being "seriously" assaulted by a thug at a shopping precinct.
The 28-year-old victim sustained an injury to his arm after the attacker struck him at the Kirkgate in Leith, Edinburgh.
The shocking incident took place on Monday, February 22 at around 7.30pm.
Police released a description of the attacker, who is described as in his late teens to early twenties, of skinny build with medium length black hair.
At the time of the assault he was wearing a black jumper, a scarf, grey tracksuit bottoms, black trainers and carrying a black Nike rucksack.
Officers are keen to speak to the man involved, as well as any witnesses.
Detective Constable Gary Lipscombe of Gayfield CID said: “Our enquiries so far have established that there were a number of people in the area at the time of this incident and we would urge anyone who has not already spoken to officers to get in touch.
“Anyone who can help with our investigation is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident 3061 of Friday, 19 February, 2021, or make a call anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
