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West Pilton Community Cleanup

MONDAY 22nd SEPTEMBER from 4.30pm – 6.30pm FERRY ROAD DRIVE

**Calling All Volunteers young and old!**

We’re hosting a **Community Clean-Up** and we need YOUR help to make a difference!

**Where?** The Arena Basketball Court, Ferry Road Drive

**When?** Monday 22nd September

**Time?** 4:30PM – 6:30PM (Clean-Up)

6:30PM – 7:30PM (Refreshments at PYCP – come relax and chat!)

Let’s come together to **tidy and improve the basketball court and surrounding green space**.

Whether you can spare 30 minutes or the whole time, every helping hand counts!

**Free refreshments afterwards** at PYCP – everyone welcome!

Let’s make The Arena a space we can all be proud of.

**Supported by:** Places for People Pilton Youth and Children’s Project (PYCP), Police Scotland Edinburgh

**Tag a friend, share this post, and let’s build a cleaner, greener, more welcoming community together!**

#TheArenaBasketballCourt

Serious assault in Clerk Street: Do you know this man?

Police have released images of a man they believe may be able to assist with their investigation into a serious assault in Edinburgh that took place on Clerk Street around 10.45pm on Tuesday, 12 August 2025.

The man in the image is described as white, around 30 to 40 years old and of slim build. He was wearing a white t-shirt with a collar and carrying a black Fox Racing rucksack on his back.

Detective Sergeant Mark Richmond said: “We would encourage this man, anyone who may recognise him, or anyone with information about this incident to get in touch.”

Anyone who can assist is asked to contact Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 4130 of 12 August 2025. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.

Police alert following break-ins

Community Alert: Vehicle Break-Ins in Clermiston & Corstorphine

Police are urging residents in the Clerwood Gardens and Caroline Terrace areas to check their vehicles for any missing belongings. Several vehicle break-ins were reported in the early hours of Monday, 15th September 2025.

If you discover your vehicle has been broken into or find missing items, please:

– Contact 101 and quote incident number 0239 of 15/09/2025

– Provide details of missing items to help match property with owners

To reduce the risk of vehicle crime, always:

– Lock your vehicle doors

– Remove valuables or keep them out of sight

– Park in well-lit or secure areas where possible

Let’s stay vigilant and work together to keep our community safe!

Police: Stay away from unsafe building

POLICE are asking the public to avoid entering a derelict premises on Dolphin Avenue in Currie following a number of calls from the community.

The derelict building has been damaged during attempts to gain entry, and the building is not in a stable condition.

Sergeant Mark Coull said: “We have received a number of calls over the last two weeks regarding entry being gained into a derelict premises in Currie.

“Luckily, no one has been hurt but this building is extremely unsafe, and by entering you are putting yourself and others at risk of injury.

“We would ask the public to stay away from the area and if you have any concerns, please call Police Scotland on 101.”

Appeal for information following e-bike theft at Harlaw Reservoir

POLICE are appealing for information after an electric off-road bike was stolen in Edinburgh.

The incident occurred around 1.30pm on Saturday, 6 September, 2025, on the roadway to the Harlaw Reservoir, near the walled garden at the Visitor Centre.

Two males pushed a 13-year-old boy off the e-bike and stole it.

The boy was badly shaken but not injured in the incident and police were contacted.

The first male is described as white, around 5ft 6 inches in height with an average build. He is around 20 years old, with short brown hair and wearing an orange t-shirt and black jogging trousers, black and grey On Cloud trainers and a black Montirex baseball cap with white writing.

The second suspect is black, around 6ft tall with an average build. He has dark hair and was wearing a black, shiny jacket with black trousers and black trainers.

The bike is black with royal blue detailing on the frame and the forks. It also has the word STING written in white on the frame.

Detective Constable Beverley Burnside said: “I am appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time to think back and consider if they saw these two males. Did you see them on a bike, did you see them walking in the area?

“Any small piece of information could prove vital for us, so please do pass it on.”

Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland via 101, quoting 1685 of 6 September, 2025. Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.

Police Scotland: Three arrests following Edinburgh protests

There were three arrests following protests in Edinburgh yesterday, Saturday, 6 September, 2025.

Two men, aged 67 and 82, were arrested in connection with the Terrorism Act. A 63-year-old man was arrested in connection with a hate crime.

Enquiries remain ongoing into a number of offences relating to the Terrorism Act. Due to the large crowds present, we carefully assessed the circumstances and prioritised public safety and evidence gathering. This evidence is now being reviewed with further action expected.

Chief Superintendent David Robertson said: “While these protests were conducted peacefully and largely without incident, there were a number of offences identified relating to the Terrorism Act. Substantial evidence of these offences was gathered at the time which will form the basis of a post incident investigation.

“Police Scotland is a rights-based organisation and our role is to ensure public safety while balancing the rights of protesters who wish to peacefully demonstrate.

“Policing in Scotland has strong relationships with the public and we are grateful for the ongoing support of our communities.”

More than 400 Protesters were arrested in London.

Appeal after cyclist assaulted on Blackhall cycle path

Police are appealing for information and witnesses, following the serious assault of a cyclist on Blackhall Cycle Path, near to Davidson Mains.

The incident took place around 6.05pm on Tuesday, 2 September, 2025. The cyclist, a 46-year-old man, was cycling away from the Drylaw area on his green vintage-style Dutch bike.

The suspect was riding an offroad dirt bike and is described as white, around 5ft 10 and slim build, but their gender is unknown. They were wearing a black full-face helmet and black puffer jacket.

Detective Sergeant Rob Finch said: “We are appealing for anyone who was in the area or witnessed this attack to please come forward.

“Enquiries have established that two members of the public provided aid to the victim, so would ask them to contact police as soon as possible.

“Anyone with information should call 101, quoting incident 1961 of 3 September, 2025. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, if you wish to remain anonymous.”

Operation Portaledge: Police in Edinburgh announce two more arrests

POLICE have announced that another two people have been arrested and charged in connection with Operation Portaledge, bringing the total number of arrests to 57.

On Monday, 18 August, 2025, officers arrested and charged a 25-year-old man and a 26-year-old man in connection with multiple offences in Edinburgh.

They were charged in connection with an attempted wilful fire-raising of a property on Barnton Avenue on Sunday, 17 August, 2025, the wilful fire-raising of a premises on Gorgie Road and the attempted wilful fire-raising of a vehicle on Gorgie Road on Monday, 18 August.

Both men appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Tuesday, 19 August, 2025.

Death on Great Junction Street: Victim named

A 22-year-old man who died in Leith on Tuesday (2 September, 2025) has been named as John McNab.

Around 2.10am, police received a report a man had been injured on Great Junction Street at Bonnington Road. Emergency services attended and John died at the scene.

Specialist officers are continuing to provide support to his family.

A 16-year-old male has been arrested and charged in connection with the death. He is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court tomorrow – Thursday, 4 September, 2025.

Detective Inspector Kevin Tait, of the Major Investigations Team, said: “I would like to extend my sympathies to John’s family and friends at this very difficult time.

“Enquiries are continuing to establish the full circumstances and anyone with information should contact the inquiry team through 101, quoting reference number 0239 of Tuesday, 2 September, 2025.

“Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

Arrest following yesterday’s death on Great Junction Street

SIXTEEN YEAR OLD YOUTH ARRESTED

A 16-year-old male youth has been arrested in connection with the death of a 22-year-old man in Leith yesterday (Tuesday, 2 September, 2025).

Around 2.10am, police received a report a man had been injured on Great Junction Street at Bonnington Road, Edinburgh.

Emergency services attended, however the 22-year-old man died at the scene.

His next of kin are aware and are being supported by specialist officers. Formal identification has yet to take place.

Detective Chief Inspector Jonathan Pleasance of the Major Investigations Team said: “Our thoughts remain with the man’s family and friends at this very difficult time.

“Officers remain in the area carrying out enquiries as our investigation continues, and we would urge anyone with concerns to speak to them.”