Police issue witness appeal following serious crash on A71

POLICE are appealing for information following a serious crash in Edinburgh early this morning – Sunday, 15 March, 2026.

It took place around 4.20am, on the A71 near to its junction with Addiston Farm Road and involved a blue Renault Wind.

Emergency services attended. The 18-year-old male driver and his two 18-year-old male passengers were taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment. One passenger’s condition is described as critical and the other two conditions are described as serious.

Sergeant Grant Hastie said: “Enquiries are ongoing to establish the exact circumstances surrounding this serious crash.

“We are urging any witnesses or anyone with information to come forward. If you were in the area around the time and saw anything that may be relevant, please contact us. In addition, anyone with dash-cam footage is asked to get in touch.”

Please contact Police Scotland through 101 quoting reference number 0639 of 15 March.

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