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Police have released CCTV footage of a man they wish to trace in connection with an enquiry into two assaults on young women within city centre student accommodation which happened between 1.30am and 1.40am on Sunday 3rd May 2015 at the Riego Street flats.

The male is described as white, 25-23 years old, 6ft, stocky build, and dark hair shaved at the sides.

At the time of the incident he was wearing a dark puffa-style winter jacket with a fur hood, distinctive zips across the chest, a grey lacrosse top underneath, blue jeans and light blue Adidas trainers with light stripes.

Anyone who can assist police with their enquiries is asked to come forward.

Detective Constable Jennifer Murray said: “This was an unpleasant experience for these women and we are continuing with our enquiries.

“The man within the CCTV footage is of interest to our investigation and anyone who recognises him is asked to come forward.

“In addition, anyone with any further information relevant to these incidents should also contact police immediately.”

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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.