Pensioner assaulted on Forrest Road

Police appeal for information

Police are appealing for information following a serious assault in Edinburgh.

Around 2.30pm on Friday, 13 May, officers were called to a report of a man having been seriously assaulted on Forrest Road. The 73-year-old sustained a serious head injury and was taken to the Royal Infirmary Edinburgh for treatment.

The suspect is described as being in his late 20s, between 5ft 10in in height and 6ft, of muscular build, with facial hair. He was wearing a dark hooded jacket and spoke with a local accent.

He was in the company of another male, described as being in his late 20s, of a similar height, with black hair, facial hair and was wearing an orange jacket.

Detective Constable Kieran Keddie said: “This incident saw a man sustain a serious head injury and it is vital we trace those involved.

“I am appealing for anyone with any information which may assist us to get in touch.

“I would also ask anyone who was in the area at the time and who may have dash cam footage to contact us.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting incident 1912 of 13 May, 2022. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, if you wish to remain anonymous.