Police have released  CCTV images of a male they wish to trace in connection with a serious assault which occurred on Oxgangs Road North around 9.30 p.m. on Monday 9th October 2017.

A 15-year-old boy was with friends when he was seriously assaulted by an unknown male.

It is believed the male pictured will be able to assist the investigation and they or anyone who recognises them is asked to come forward.

Detective Constable Emma Wilkinson from Corstorphine CID said: “The victim suffered a serious injury as a result of this attack and was understandably shaken.

“We are appealing for anyone who can help us locate this male to get in touch with us.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 or make an anonymous report through the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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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.