Police release CCTV image following alleged assault at Edinburgh Airport

Police have released a CCTV image of a man that they believe
can assist them with their enquiries into an alleged assault that occurred at
Edinburgh Airport last summer.

The incident happened within a lift in the terminal building
around 4.15am on Monday, 1 July, 2019.

A 62-year-old man was working within the terminal assisting a disabled passenger to check in for a flight when the incident occurred.

It is believed the man pictured will be able to assist the
investigation and he or anyone who recognises him is asked to come forward.

He is described as white, of slim to medium build with short
dark hair, a short, thin dark beard and moustache and aged mid-20s to mid-30s.
He is shown in the image 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 01/07/19 or make an anonymous
report through the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”