Police are appealing for witnesses following an indecent assault in the west of the city which happened around 8.25pm last night in Dundee Terrace.
An 18-year-old woman was walking her dog when a male approached her from behind and assaulted her before running off.
The victim then contacted police who are asking anyone who can assist with their inquiries to come forward.]
The suspect is described as being in his late teens with skinny legs. He was wearing a dark hooded top with grey cotton bottoms.
Detective Sergeant Jon Pleasance from Edinburgh’s Public Protection Unit said: ““The victim was not injured during this incident but was left extremely upset and shaken as a result.
“We are conducting various lines on inquiry within the area to trace the suspect and would ask anyone who can help in identifying him to contact police immediately.
“In addition, anyone who remembers seeing any suspicious activity around Dundee Terrace on Tuesday evening, or who has any other information relevant to this investigation should also get in touch.”
Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101 or alternatively, the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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.
