Tag: hit and run

Another Drylaw motorcycle incident sees two pedestrians injured

Police are appealing for information in connection with motorcycle-related anti-social behaviour in areas across the Edinburgh yesterday. Drylaw, Milton Road, Portobello, Leith, the City Centre, Dalkeith Road and Craigmillar were all affected by a series of incidents which involved a large group of off-road bikers.

One incident which happened in Drylaw around 1.30pm resulted in a collision involving two pedestrians who were slightly injured as a result. Continue reading Another Drylaw motorcycle incident sees two pedestrians injured

Two arrested and charged over Ferry Road hit and run

A local man has appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court following the recent hit and run collision near Drylaw Police Station. 

Conor Whalen faces 12 charges including causing serious injury by dangerous driving, failing to stop and report a collision and theft of a motorbike. The 20-year-old made no plea or declaration during the private hearing. He was remanded in custody and will appear at a later date. Continue reading Two arrested and charged over Ferry Road hit and run

Ferry Road hit and run: “Your help could prove vital”

Net closing on motorbike suspects

Police are continuing their enquiries following Saturday’s hit and run incident on Ferry Road in which a ten year old boy was seriously injured. There was a significant police presence across the area yesterday as the search for those for those responsible goes on. Continue reading Ferry Road hit and run: “Your help could prove vital”

Police hunt two for Ferry Road hit and run

“We need the help of the community to catch those responsible for this”

More details are emerging about the Ferry Road hit and run which saw a ten year old boy sustain serious injuries on Saturday evening. The child, who has not yet been named, remains in hospital in a stable condition and senior police officers are appealing for the community’s help to identify those responsible. Continue reading Police hunt two for Ferry Road hit and run

Witness appeal following Muirhouse hit and run

Police in Edinburgh are appealing for witnesses following a hit and run collision in Muirhouse. The incident happened at around 10:10pm on Thursday (December 29th) on Muirhouse Green at its junction with Ferry Road. Continue reading Witness appeal following Muirhouse hit and run

Did you witness D Mains hit and run?

policecarPolice are appealing for witnesses following a hit and run incident in Davidson’s Mains last Sunday (30 November).

A thirteen-year-old boy was on a push-along scooter in Main Street at around 8.10pm when the collision occurred after the car mounted the pavement. He sustained minor injuries and was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment.

The vehicle failed to stop at the scene of the incident and was last seen heading towards the Drylaw area, and anyone who can assist officers with their ongoing enquiry is asked to come forward.

The vehicle is described as a dark-coloured people carrier type similar to a Citroen C4 hatchback.

Inspector Chris Scobbie said: “Fortunately, the boy was not more seriously injured as a result of this incident, but he still required treatment at hospital. The driver failed to stop and we are conducting local enquiries to trace this individual.

“We are keen to speak to anyone who was in the area at the time of the collision and who may have information relevant to this investigation. In addition, I would urge the driver to come forward as soon as possible.”

Anyone with any information regarding these incidents should contact Police Scotland immediately on 101 or through the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.