A CCTV image has been released of a man suspected of trying to rob a petrol station in Dunbar.

Police are appealing for information as part of their ongoing enquiries into the incident, which took place at The Rigg Service Station, on Belhaven Road, at about 7.40pm on October 7.

Officers believe that the male (pictured below) may be able to assist them with their enquiries, and would appeal to anyone who recognises him to contact them.

He is described as white, aged 20 to 30 years, about 5ft 10ins, of stocky build on top and with slimmer legs.

He was wearing a dark grey hooded top with a dark-coloured rectangular patch across the chest with green/yellow writing, black gloves, black trousers and black trainers.

Detective Sergeant James Welsh, of Dalkeith CID, said: "This was a brazen attempt to rob a local business.

"Anyone with any information or who may recognise the male shown in the image is asked contact the police as soon as possible."

Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3533 of October 7, or report this anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.