Police have released CCTV images of two women that officers wish to trace in connection with a serious disturbance in Edinburgh city centre. Continue reading Police appeal: do you know these women?
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Better Late … drama performances this week
In light of ongoing issues of motorcycle crime and anti-social behaviour, amongst other things, please don’t forget about two free Theatre shows coming up next week – BETTER LATE THAN DEAD–Broughton High School on Tuesday 28th March, 7pm, and North Edinburgh Arts Centre on Wednesday 29th March, 4pm.
These tackle the issues of driving, walking and road safety and are open to all ages.
Two charged following taxi driver attack
‘These crimes are committed by a small minority intent on ruining a great community spirit.’
Police Scotland have confirmed that a 17-year-old man and a 14-year-old boy have been charged in connection with the racially aggravated assault and robbery of a taxi driver in North Edinburgh. Continue reading Two charged following taxi driver attack
Man in court over local Bonfire Night incidents
An 18-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a series of anti-social behaviour incidents, which occurred on Bonfire Night. He has also been changed with an offence under the Explosives Act 1875 and will appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court today.
A 15-year-old boy has also been charged in connection with antisocial behaviour and an offence under the Fireworks Act 2004 (Scotland). He will be reported to the Children’s Reporter.
Enquiries are continuing to trace other that were involved in anti-social behaviour on Bonfire Night.
Chief Inspector Jimmy Jones, Area Commander for North-west Edinburgh, said: “All incidents of anti-social behaviour are unacceptable, and we are working hard to bring those responsible for these incidents in North Edinburgh to account.
“We will not tolerate this type of criminality. If you have witnessed disorder or anti-social behaviour in your local area please contact us, either through 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
“The information will be noted in confidence and used to help progress enquiries that help keep our communities safe.”
Three years for local housebreaker
Two Edinburgh men have been jailed after pleading guilty to housebreaking and vehicle theft at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Thursday. Continue reading Three years for local housebreaker
Scottish SPCA issues fireworks warning
As Bonfire night approaches, the Scottish SPCA is issuing its annual warning that fireworks can have a serious impact on the welfare of animals. Continue reading Scottish SPCA issues fireworks warning
School play highlights fireworks danger
A hard hitting play focusing on the antisocial use and dangers of fireworks will be performed in nine secondary schools in Edinburgh in the run up to Bonfire Night. TOAST has been staged in Edinburgh schools for a number of years and will be performed to over 1,000 S2 pupils this week leading up to 5 November. Continue reading School play highlights fireworks danger
Constructive talks on motorbike problem
Police, politicians and community representatives met at Drylaw Police Station yesterday to discuss ongoing problems with joyriding and associated antisocial behaviour in North Edinburgh. Continue reading Constructive talks on motorbike problem
Police seek witnesses following hammer threat
Police are appealing for witnesses following a robbery in North Edinburgh on Thursday night. The incident happened at around 10.30pm on West Pilton Gardens. Continue reading Police seek witnesses following hammer threat
Candidate calls for more action on drink and drugs
A Conservative candidate in the forthcoming Holyrood elections is urging the SNP government to do more to tackle Scotland’s ‘deeply-embedded’ drink and drug problem. Miles Briggs says cuts to funding to tackle the epidemic are ‘scandalous’. Continue reading Candidate calls for more action on drink and drugs