Police hunt man after serious sexual assault

Police have released a CCTV image of a man they are looking for after a woman was seriously assaulted in Edinburgh.

The 21-year-old was left “extremely distressed” following the attack at a flat on Viewcraig Street on Wednesday, 30 August.

Officers believe the man pictured is of interest to the investigation and have asked anyone who recognises him to come forward.

Detective Sergeant Paul Cooper of Edinburgh’s Public Protection Unit said: “This has understandably been extremely distressing for the 0 Man is of interest to the police investigation victim involved and we continue to follow up all lines of enquiry.

“The man pictured is believed to be of significance to our investigation, and we would urge anyone who recognises him not to approach him.”