Tag: Police Scotland

Trinity Crescent incident: Police urge nurse to come forward

NURSE WHO HELPED VICTIM MAY HAVE IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Road Policing officers in Edinburgh are continuing their enquiries into a serious crash on Trinity Crescent and are appealing for a specific witness to come forward.

The incident, which happened around 5.50pm on Wednesday, 10 April, 2024, involved a white Citroen Relay van and a 59-year-old male pedestrian.

The man was taken by ambulance to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, where his condition has been described as critical. The driver of the van, a 40-year-old man, was arrested and released pending further enquiries.

Police are keen to speak with a potential witness, a female nurse who came to the injured man’s assistance and left prior to police arrival.

Sergeant Paul Ewing said: “Our enquiries into this collision are ongoing and we are thankful to those members of the public who have spoken with officers to date.

“We are looking to speak to a nurse who we understand assisted at the scene, as she may be able to assist our enquiries further.

“If this was you, or you believe you can help identify her, please come forward.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland via 101 quoting incident number 2772 of 10 April.

South Groathill Avenue reopens after pedestrian injured in road accident

UPDATE 11:40am

South Groathill Avenue has re-opened following a report of a crash involving a lorry and a female pedestrian made around 7.10am this morning (Wednesday, 17 April).

Emergency services attended and a 58-year-old woman was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment to serious injuries.

​Enquiries are ongoing and anyone with any information or dash cam footage is asked to contact 101 quoting reference 0487 of 17 April, 2024.

Muirhouse Parkway hit and run: Man to appear in court

Around 4.10pm yesterday (Sunday, 14 April), police received a report of a crash involving a 63-year-old female pedestrian and a car on Muirhouse Parkway.

“The woman was taken to The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment.

“The car left the scene before officers arrived.

“A 61-year-old man was later traced and arrested. Enquiries are ongoing.”

UPDATE @5pm:

THE man was was subsequently charged and he is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court tomorrow (Tuesday, 16 April, 2024).

Concern over missing Silverknowes man

HAVE YOU SEEN WILLIAM?

POLICE are appealing for help to trace William Budge, 61, who is missing from the Silverknows Gardens area of Edinburgh but may be in the Fife area.

William is described as medium build and has short, grey hair. When last seen he was wearing a black jumper, dark green t-shirt, dark blue jeans and dark coloured shoes.

We are concerned for William’s welfare and urge anyone who may have seen him to contact us.

Inspector Craig Sandbach said: “We are carrying out searches to try and trace William and I’d urge anyone who may have information about his whereabouts to contact us.”

Anyone with information should call Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 2620 of 14 April, 2024.

UPDATE

Monday 15/4 7.30am

William Budge, 61, who was missing from the Silverknowes Gardens area, has now been traced.

Have you seen Eboney?

MISSING PERSON – EBONEY GIBB

Police are appealing for the help of the public to trace a 15-year-old female missing from Edinburgh. Eboney was last seen in North Edinburgh on Monday (8 April, 2024).

She is described as being around 5ft 1 in height, of slim build with long brown hair and when last seen was wearing a white coat, grey tracksuit bottoms and white crocs. Eboney has links to the Dundee and Aberdeen areas.

Concerns are growing for Eboney and police are appealing to anyone who has seen Eboney or has any information on her whereabouts to contact us, quoting incident 3820 of 11 April, 2024.

Man arrested following drugs warrants in Wester Hailes and Stenhouse

Following information from the public, Police executed warrants at three addresses in the Wester Hailes and Stenhouse areas yesterday (Friday, 12 April, 2024).

Drugs with an estimated value of around £38,000, a significant amount of cash and other valuable items were recovered.

A 44-year-old man was arrested in connection and enquiries are ongoing.

Police would like to thank the local community for their support.

Craigmillar murderer sentenced

A 47-year-old man has been jailed for life in connection with the death of Paul Smith, who died following a serious assault in the Craigmillar Court area in January 2021.

Paul Smith was conveyed to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, around 2.20am on Wednesday, 6 January, 2021, where he subsequently died on Sunday, 10 January, 2021.

John Blyth was found guilty of murder at the High Court in Edinburgh on Friday, 15 March, 2024. At the High Court in Stirling today (Friday, 12 April, 2024), he was sentenced to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 13 years.

Detective Inspector Keith Taylor said: “This was a brutal, senseless attack and John Blyth will now face the consequences of his actions.

“Whilst this sentencing cannot change what John Blyth did to Paul, I hope that it brings some kind of closure for Paul’s family and friends.

“I would also like to thank Paul’s family for their support throughout the investigation, as well as commend them for their strength and dignity throughout this ordeal.”

More than 7000 hate crimes reported in first week of Scotland’s new law

POLICE have issued data relating to the Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act 2021.

Data shows there were 7152 online hate reports received 1 April to 7 April.

During this period 240 hate crimes and 30 non-crime hate incidents were recorded.

View the data: https://orlo.uk/pXe8n

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Operation Elite tackles drug crime and supports most vulnerable

In Edinburgh one of our priorities remains tackling drug-related crime and protecting the most vulnerable in our communities.

Following concerns raised by the public, officers in the North East of the city initiated Operation Elate to address drug-related harm in the Leith area.

Working with partners, we’re also supporting vulnerable individuals through effective intervention and outreach.

Throughout March, 2024 this operation led to 25 individuals being charged for drug related offences and drug seizures with a street value in excess of £55,000. 

The North East Support Team, made up of Special Police Constables alongside Road Policing colleagues, focused on drug related criminality on the road, including drink and drug driving. This resulted in the seizure of seven vehicles and numerous charges for road traffic offences.

There were 19 additional arrests relating to offensive weapons, crimes of dishonesty and outstanding warrants.

Chief Inspector Kieran Dougal said: “Thanks to the continued support from our communities, we have taken positive action in Leith to disrupt those who are involved in the supply of drugs on our streets and safeguard those who are vulnerable.

“Removing illegal drugs and targeting criminals who seek to profit from other people’s misery continues to be a priority for Edinburgh Division and Police Scotland.

“Operation Elate and wider officers across Edinburgh remain committed to tackling and reducing drug related crime, and we will continue to work to ensure offenders are dealt with robustly.

“As ever, we are grateful for the support of the public and we would urge anyone with any information in relation to drugs in their communities to contact 101. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.”

If you or anyone you know are affected by drug related harm, support and assistance are available via 0333 3 448 355 (Alcohol & Drugs Action).

Father and son plead guilty to Greendykes murders

A father and son have pleaded guilty to the murder of 37-year-old Derek Johnston and 66-year-old Desmond Rowlings.

Mr Johnston and Mr Rowlings were subjected to horrific crimes before their deaths at the hands of Ian MacLeod and Dean McLeod in November 2022 in Greendykes Road, Edinburgh.

The pair admitted murdering their victims when they appeared at the High Court in Edinburgh today, Monday, 8 April, 2024.

Detective Superintendent Susan Balfour said: “My thoughts remain with Derek and Desmond’s families. They have had to endure unimaginable pain and trauma.

“These crimes were some of the most violent I have seen, and everyone involved was affected. There is no doubt in my mind that people are safer now that these two men are in prison.”