POLICE today released CCTV footage of a man they want to quiz after a sex attack in Glasgow city centre.

Detectives believe the man caught on camera may have vital information about the early-morning incident in Hutcheson Street, in the Merchant City.

It happened at around 2.35am on Sunday July 13.

The man is described as white, between 5ft 8in and 5ft 10in tall, of medium build, with sandy coloured hair and glasses.

He was wearing a shirt and hooded top.

Police have appealed for the man directly to come forward and contact officers.

Detective Inspector Craig Willison, from London Road Police Office, said: "I would appeal to anyone who knows the man or his whereabouts to contact police.

"I also appeal directly to the man himself to get in touch with officers."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 or contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where details can be provided in confidence.

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