Police have released CCTV images of two men they wish to trace in connection with a serious assault on another man in the city centre.
The incident took place around 3.30 a.m. on Sunday 18th September 2016 on George Street.
A 31-year-old man sustained various injuries to his face and body after being attacked in the street and police have been continuing with their enquiries to trace those responsible.
The men pictured are of interest to the investigation and anyone who recognises them is asked to come forward.
Detective Constable Alison Wyllie from the Violence Reduction Unit at Gayfield Police Station said: “This was a violent attack, which left the victim with some painful injuries and we are eager to bring those responsible to justice.
“As part of this inquiry we are keen to identify the men pictured in the CCTV footage and anyone who can assist us in identifying them should contact police immediately.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.
