The free bike security marking event at the Fiveways Junction on the North Edinburgh Path Network near Bangholm Outdoor Centre in Trinity today has unfortunately been CANCELLED.
A new date will be confirmed ASAP
Tag: Crime
Edinburgh extremist jailed for twelve years
A man found in possession of explosive items and extreme right-wing paraphernalia at a flat in Meadowbank has been jailed for twelve years. Continue reading Edinburgh extremist jailed for twelve years
More support for young people at risk of crime
Young people at risk of becoming drawn into serious offending will receive more co-ordinated support and early intervention, the Justice Secretary has announced. Continue reading More support for young people at risk of crime
Nine years for sex offender
A man has been sent to prison for a number of serious sexual offences committed against teenagers in Edinburgh and Midlothian. Scott Forbes (49) was sentenced to nine years at the High Court of Edinburgh yesterday and registered indefinitely as a sex offender. Continue reading Nine years for sex offender
Bike marking this Saturday at Five Ways junction
Head along to the Fiveways Junction on the North Edinburgh Path Network (near Bangholm Outdoor Centre in Trinity) between 11am and 3pm this Saturday, 18 August, where @policescotland are offering free bike security marking
CCTV appeal following attempted robbery
Police have released CCTV images of a man they are looking to trace in order to assist with ongoing enquiries into an attempted robbery. Continue reading CCTV appeal following attempted robbery
Sport can transform the lives of young offenders, says review
“sport can help to reduce violence, improve wellbeing and have a positive impact on rehabilitation”
- leading academic highlights the power of sport in transforming lives of young offenders
- community partnerships to support the development of sport and physical activity in custody
- offenders engaging in structured programmes learn self-discipline, team work and leadership and communication skills – all crucial for a successful life on the outside
Continue reading Sport can transform the lives of young offenders, says review
Man convicted of Longstone murder
A man responsible for the death of a man in Longstone has been convicted. Nico Allan (24) was found guilty of the murder of Mark Squires at the High Court on Wednesday and will be sentenced next month. Continue reading Man convicted of Longstone murder
Man arrested following Pennywell murder
Police in Edinburgh have arrested a 62 year old man following the death of 61 year old Marie Walker at an address on Pennywell Road at around 9.30am on Tuesday morning. Continue reading Man arrested following Pennywell murder
Police investigate break-in at Fringe ticket office
Police are appealing for witnesses following a city centre break-in. The incident happened around 10.50pm on Friday (3rd August) at the Friends of the Fringe Ticket Office in Old Assembly Close, on the High Street. Continue reading Police investigate break-in at Fringe ticket office