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Gemma Ryder

Police release CCTV images of man after 'frightening' pub attack in Edinburgh

Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to speak after a 'frightening' attack outside a pub in Edinburgh.

A 30-year-old man was attacked and sustained injuries to his face outside the Mousetrap pub on Leith Walk in Edinburgh in September, 2021.

He was taken for treatment at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, at around 11.30pm after the attack, which police have described as a "frightening" experience for the him.

Officers believe that the man shown in the image may have information that could assist them and would appeal to him or anyone who recognises him to contact them.

Police release images of man wanted in connection with an assault in Edinburgh. (Police Scotland)

The man shown in the image is described as 20 to 30 years old, between 5’10 and 6 foot, of thin build with a short, shaved haircut.

In the images he is wearing a two-tone The North Face jacket with a black upper section and a light blue lower section.

Police release images of man wanted in connection with an assault in Edinburgh. (Police Scotland)

Detective Constable Gary Lipscombe, of Gayfield CID, said: “This was a frightening experience for the victim and our inquiries have been ongoing.

“If you have any information about this incident or can identify this man, please contact us on 101 quoting incident number 3440 of 8th September 2021 or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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