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Police have released CCTV footage of two men they wish to trace as part of an investigation into an assault.

A 21-year-old man was walking along Elm Row at around 12.30am on 27th November and had just passed the Jeremiah’s Tap pub when he was approached and struck to the face.

The victim sustained injuries to his mouth and was assisted by various members of the public following the attack.

Both of the men pictured in these images are of interest to the inquiry and anyone who can assist in identifying them is asked to come forward.

They are described as being white and in their early twenties.

One was wearing grey Adidas cotton bottoms a black hooded jacket with a white emblem on the left breast and hood and black trainers.

The other was wearing a dark hooded top and dark trainers with a white rim around the bottom.

Detective Constable Iain Wallace said: “The victim sustained painful injuries to his mouth and our inquiries have been continuing to trace those responsible.

“As part of this investigation we are eager to trace the men within this CCTV footage and anyone who recognises them should contact police immediately.”

Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101 or alternatively, the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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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.