ROAD Policing officers are appealing for information following a hit and run in Edinburgh yesterday – Saturday, 15 March, 2025.
The incident involving a cyclist and a black BMW happened on Colinton Road at the junction with Tipperlinn Road, Edinburgh, around 1.30pm on Saturday afternoon.
The BMW left the scene prior to officers attending and headed south along Tipperlinn Road and enquiries are ongoing to trace it.
The 55-year-old male cyclist was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment.
Constable Neill Sage said: “Our enquiries into this incident are ongoing and I am appealing for anyone who witnessed the crash and who have not already spoken to officers to get in touch.
“I would also appeal to anyone who was in that area around the time and who may have dash-cam of private CCTV footage which would assist us to contact us.”
Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting reference 1644 of 15 March, 2025.
A 25-year-old man has been convicted of murder and an attempted murder in Edinburgh in 2023.
On Friday, 2 June 2023, police were called to attend a report of a disturbance on Leith Street near to the junction with Greenside Row. Peter Mullen, aged 30, was found with serious injuries and was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh where he died a short time later.
Officers subsequently arrested and charged Dylan Curran in connection with the death, and on Friday (14 March, 2025), he was convicted of murder following a trial at the High Court in Edinburgh.
Curran was also convicted of the attempted murder of a 43-year-old man during the same incident. He will be sentenced at a later date.
Detective Chief Inspector Bob Williamson said: “Our thoughts remain with Peter’s family and friends as they come to terms with what happened to him. I hope this verdict will bring some sense of justice for them.
“Dylan Curran will now face the consequences of his deplorable actions.
“Thankfully violent crimes like these in public places are rare in our communities. When such incidents take place, we will use all resources necessary to carry out thorough, rigorous inquiries to ensure we track down those responsible to bring them to justice.
“I would like to thank those members of the public who assisted with our enquiries.”
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A man has been jailed for two years at Edinburgh Sheriff Court yesterday (Monday, 10 March, 2025), after pleading guilty to possession of indecent images of children.
Brandon Miller (22) was arrested following a search of his home on 20 September, 2024. Electronic equipment was seized and analysed with indecent images of children recovered, which led to his arrest.
On Tuesday, 11 February, 2025, he was convicted of the offences, including sexual assault, the possession, taking and distributing of indecent images of children and inciting another person to commit sexual offences against a child.
Detective Inspector Adrian Ure of the National Child Abuse Investigation Unit said: “Brandon Miller showed utter contempt for the child victims and the horrific sexual abuse they suffered in the images and videos he was taking, viewing and distributing.
“He may have thought the internet provides anonymity and his appalling offending would go undetected. His arrest and sentence show this is not the case and no matter what steps you have taken to avoid detection, you cannot hide behind a computer.
“Any form of child sexual abuse is a serious criminal offence and a priority for Police Scotland. We work with our partners to quickly act against anyone who is involved in these abhorrent crimes. I would urge anyone with any concerns about a child at risk of abuse, or a potential victim, to contact us immediately.”
Police have released an image of a 28-year-old man reported missing from Edinburgh, and ask for the help of the public in tracing him.
Kyle Spence was last seen around 6pm on Thursday, 6 March, in the Broughton area.
He is described as around 5ft 10ins, with spiked brown/blonde hair and blue eyes. When last seen he was wearing a black slim-fitting tracksuit with grey speckles and a large grey stripe down the sleeves and black Nike trainers with three air bubbles on the soles. He was carrying four bags and is believed to have access to other clothing.
Inspector Steven Piercy, Gayfield Police Station, said: “We want to trace Kyle Spence as quickly as possible and I would ask anyone with any information to please contact Police Scotland.
“I would ask the public not to approach Mr Spence if you do believe you have seen him and instead call Police Scotland as soon as possible.
“I am also appealing directly to Mr Spence himself to get in touch with the police.”
If you can help, please call Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference number 3693 of Thursday, 7 March, 2025.
POLICE are asking owners of vehicles to be aware following a number of thefts across Lothian and Borders.
A blue VW Golf R, registration PO15 XVW, was stolen from Onslow Street, Craigshill having been parked and secured on the driveway, at 11pm on Friday, 28 February, 2025. Other items were taken from the property after entry was gained.
About 1.30am on Saturday, 1 March, a white Golf R, registration CE65 RZF, was taken from East Lodge, Uphall. The vehicle was subsequently recovered on the M9 motorway after the occupants have made off in a separate grey Audi S3.
A short time later, around 1.50am, two people entered a business premises in Goschen Place, Broxburn, stealing keys for vehicles however no vehicles were stolen at this time.
Around 3.30am the same day, people wearing balaclavas were seen at the side of a property in Redmill Court, Whitburn. Entry was not gained to the property and they left the area in a white VW Golf R, believed to be the one taken from Uphall.
Around 1.30am on Monday, 3 March, we received a report of the attempted theft of a VW Golf and a Range Rover from Kings Well Crescent in Broxburn.
Later, around 2.50am, a grey Audi was stolen from West Holmes Place in Uphall. This was later traced.
Around 3.10am a BMW and a Jaguar were stolen from a driveway in Forkneuk Road, Uphall. Both vehicles were traced nearby a short time later.
Inspector John Fleming said: “We have officers investigating these crimes as a matter of priority in an effort to disrupt this criminal activity.We are treating these incidents as linked and would appeal for anyone with information to contact us.
“We’d strongly urge the public to ensure security measures are in place to try to protect vehicles.
“If you have a garage, please use it to secure your vehicle out of sight. Ensure your vehicle is locked and all valuables removed when not in use. Trackers and tracking devices are also a form of additional security and can assist recovering stolen cars quickly.
“If you witness any suspicious activity, I would ask you contact Police Scotland on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
POLICE are appealing for information following a collision involving a pedestrian and an HGV in South Edinburgh.
Around 6.15pm last night (Sunday, 2 March, 2025), the 55-year-old man was struck by the Volvo lorry on the A701, Craigmillar Park, near the junction with Lygon Road.
He was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh where medical staff describe his condition as critical.
The HGV did not stop at the scene but was later traced, as was the 37-year-old male driver.
The A701 was closed while crash investigations were carried out and reopened around 10.15pm.
Enquires are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.
Edinburgh Road Policing Constable Mhairi Deuchar said: “I’m appealing to anyone who witnessed this incident, or who has any information about what happened, to contact us.
“I’d also ask drivers with dashcams who were in the area at the time to please review your footage and bring anything you think may be significant to our attention.”
Anyone with information is urged to call Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 2676 of 2 March.
POLICE have responded to a number of incidents of football-related disorder and violence in Edinburgh in recent months.As a result, Chief Superintendent David Robertson has authorised the use of powers under Section 60 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994.
This allows officers to stop and search people where this is appropriate and necessary, either in vehicles or on foot.
This power allows officers to require the removal of any item the officer believes is being used wholly or partly for the purposes of concealing their identity.
The Section 60 stop and search power will be in force in various areas, including the city centre and Leith, from 10.30am to 4.30pm on Sunday, 2 March,2025.
It will be used responsibly and when justified to help prevent disorder and serious violence.
Chief Superintendent David Robertson said: “Over the past few months, we have responded to several incidents of disorder and violence linked to football events in Edinburgh.
“Attacks on police officers, possession of offensive weapons or dangerous instruments, and attempts to evade justice by concealing their identity will not be tolerated. Our officers will take all necessary action to ensure public safety.
“This type of behaviour impacts the local community and the vast majority of football fans who simply want to enjoy these events safely.”
Around 5.30pm this evening – Thursday, 27 February, 2025 – police officers were called to a report of two people having been seriously assaulted in the Stenhouse Drive area.
Emergency services attended and a man and a woman were taken to hospital by ambulance.
Officers remain in the Stenhouse Drive area, near Saughton Mains Street, while investigations are carried out.
Inspector Alison Lawrie said: “Extensive enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.
“A police presence will remain in the area while we carry out investigations and anyone with any concerns, or information, can approach these officers.”
Anyone with any information or concerns can speak to these officers or call 101, quoting incident 2761 of Thursday, 27 February, 2025.
