A woman was assaulted, threatened and held against her will in her own home in a "terrifying" ordeal.
The incident happened at around 10am yesterday in Harris Drive, in the Templehall area of Kirkcaldy.
Police Scotland said the woman was going into her home when an unknown man followed her into the property.
He then assaulted and threatened her and did not leave the property until around four hours had passed.
Police said they want to find the man who carried out the attack as soon as possible.
The suspect is described as around 30 to 40 years old, 5ft 4ins, with a medium to stocky build. He had a shaved head with a scratch to his face and head.
He also had an earring and was wearing a black zipped jacket with a brand logo on one of the shoulders.
Detective Inspector John Anderson said: "This was a terrifying ordeal for the victim that took place in her own home and we are eager to trace this man as soon as possible.
"Anyone who recognises his description or saw anyone acting suspiciously in the Harris Drive area yesterday morning or afternoon is urged to come forward. People may also have seen him before or after the incident elsewhere in the Templehall area."
He added: "I'd like to reassure the community that we are currently pursuing all lines of enquiry and will have a highly visible police presence in the area whilst we carry out house to house enquires, and review CCTV footage. I would encourage anyone with any concerns to please speak to their local officers or contact police on 101."
Witnesses later came forward to describe a man matching the suspect's description leaving from the rear of a block of flats which leads to a communal area dividing Davar Drive and Harris Drive, Police said.
A spokesperson added: "The suspect may have visible injuries to his face caused during a struggle with the victim.
"As well as a black zipped jacket with a brand logo on one of the shoulders and zipped pockets on the chest area, he was also wearing very distinctive Police brand blue denim cargo jeans, which had long straps to the front."
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