A cyclist has been left with injuries after being seriously assaulted by a man in Edinburgh on Sunday night.
Police have launched an investigation into the incident, which took place at around 7pm on Sunday, October 13. A 31-year-old man had been cycling eastbound on the Union Canal Tow Path, near Harrison Park in the city, when he was approached by a man who assaulted him.
The cyclist was taken to hospital for treatment and later released, with extensive enquiries ongoing and officers are appealing for anyone with information.
The suspect in the assault is described as being between 20 and 30-years-old, around 6ft tall, medium build with dark eyebrows and potentially having facial hair.
He was wearing a blue hooded top, grey tracksuit bottoms and possibly white trainers.
Detective Inspector Gordon Couper said: "A man has been seriously assaulted and it is imperative that we trace the individual responsible.
"A dedicated team of officers are working on this and I would like to reassure the community that we are doing everything we can to trace whoever is responsible.
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"We have been gathering CCTV footage from the surrounding area, which is being reviewed.
"But I would also be very keen to anyone who was in the area at the time and may have information which can assist our investigation.
"Please think back - did you see anything suspicious? Or did you see someone matching the suspect's description in the area on Sunday evening?
"Any information, or footage, could prove vital, so please do pass it on to officers.
"Officers will remain in the area while enquiries are ongoing. Anyone with any information, or any concerns, can speak to them.
"Information can also be passed by calling 101, quoting incident number 2814 of Sunday, 13 October, 2024. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.”
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