Police have released an image of a woman in connection with an alleged hate crime in the Scottish capital.
A female member of staff was working in Sofi's Bar in Henderson Street when she was subjected to homophobic abuse.
Police Scotland said the woman pictured in the CCTV footage "is of interest to this ongoing investigation and anyone who recognises her is asked to come forward".
The alleged incident happened around 6pm on March 4, 2016.
The woman is described as white, mid-thirties, around 5ft 7ins tall with a heavy build, shoulder-length hair that is dark at the roots and lighter at the ends, and glasses on her face.
At the time of the incident, she was wearing blue jeans and a long grey coat.
Constable Shona MacKay, who is based at Leith Police Station, said: "The comments directed towards the member of bar staff were completely unacceptable and we continue to progress this inquiry to trace the suspect.
"We are keen to hear from anyone who recognises the woman pictured in the CCTV footage and would ask the public to come forward if they can help us identify and trace this individual.
"In addition, anyone with any further information relevant to this investigation should also contact police immediately."
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