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Sarah Vesty

Scots airport worker 'attacked' while helping disabled passenger as cops launch probe

Police have released CCTV of a man they want to speak to after a Scots airport worker was allegedly assaulted in a lift.

A 62-year-old man was left requiring hospital treatment for an injury to his eye after the incident which took place at Edinburgh Airport on July 1, 2019.

The staff member was helping a disabled passenger check in for a flight at around 4.15am and was within a lift in the terminal building when the alleged attack happened.

Police believe the man in the footage may be able to assist with the investigation and are asking him, or anyone who knows his identity, to come forward.

He is described as being white, aged between mid 20s to mid 30s and of a slim to medium build with short dark hair.

The man also had a short, thin, dark beard and moustache . He was wearing a red long sleeved shirt with dark blue checks, dark blue jeans and dark shoes.

Detective Constable Sam Gillies from Edinburgh CID said: "The 62-year-old man suffered an injury to his eye requiring hospital treatment as a result of this incident.

“He was at his place of work assisting a vulnerable member of the public and we are appealing for anyone who can help us identify the man in the CCTV image to get in touch with us."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 and quote incident number 471 of July 1, 2019.

Alternatively make an anonymous report through the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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