A teenager has been indecently assaulted by a motorist who pulled up in his car and started talking to her.
The 19-year-old was walking along Mayfield Road in Mayfield, Midlothian at around 10pm on Wednesday when a dark Subaru Impreza stopped next to them.
The man in the car started chatting to the pair before driving off. A short time later, he caught up with them in Bogwood Road and stopped again.
After a short conversation, the driver grabbed the 19-year-old and indecently assaulted her before driving off.
He is described as white, in his 30s, of stocky build, with short brown hair and stubble. He was wearing a dark checked shirt. The car had gold alloys and rear spoiler.
Lothian and Borders Police are appealing for witnesses as they try and track down the man.
A spokesman for the force said: "While the victim wasn't injured she was understandably shaken as a result of what happened, and we are appealing for any information that can assist us in tracing the suspect.
"Anyone who recognises the description of the vehicle or the suspect, or who was in the Mayfield area last night and was approached by him, should contact police immediately.
"Anyone else with any information that can assist our inquiries should also get in touch."
Anyone with any information should contact Lothian and Borders Police on 0131 311 3131 or through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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