Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious assault which took place around 9pm on Sunday 14th July in Leith Walk.
A 46-year-old man had just left The Central Pub and was standing outside the Leith Surgery when a male approached and forcibly knocked him to the ground.
The victim sustained a head injury and was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment before later being released.
Inquiries are ongoing to trace the man responsible and anyone who recognises him is asked to come forward.
He is described as white, in his forties, around 6ft 2ins tall with a large build and bald. There is no description of his clothing at this time, however, it is believed he spoke with a Glasgow accent.
Detective Constable Caroline Niblock from the Violence Reduction Unit at Gayfield Police Station said: “This appears to have been a random attack, which left the victim requiring medical attention and we are conducting various lines of inquiry within the Leith Walk area to identify the suspect.
“If you were in the area on Sunday evening and saw what happened, or have any information that can assist this investigation, then please contact police immediately.
“Likewise, we would also urge anyone who believes they know they identity of the male involved, then please also get in touch.”
Those with information can contact the VRU via 101 and quote incident number 4714 of the 14th July. Alternatively, an anonymous report can be made to the charity Crimestoppers 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.
