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Attempted murder in Calder Gardens: Police appeal for witnesses

POLICE are appealing for information following an attempted murder in the Calder Gardens area.

The incident happened around 4.10pm yesterday (Thursday, 2 April, 2026), when a 38-year-old man was attacked by four men. He was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment.

The suspects are white and aged in their late twenties to early thirties.

The first man is described as of large build, with short dark, balding hair and a beard. He was wearing a black t-shirt, blue tracksuit bottoms and black trainers.

The second is described as of medium build and was wearing a grey hooded jacket with dark shoulder panels, light grey jogging bottoms and chunky, grey trainers with a white sole.

The third is of medium build with short, dark hair, and was wearing a black gilet, a turquoise t-shirt and black trainers.

The fourth man is also of medium build with short, dark hair. He was wearing a black puffer style jacket and grey jogging bottoms with white logos.

Detective Constable Beverley Burnside said: “We are asking anyone who saw what happened, knows the men described, or where they might be to get in touch.

“Please check any private CCTV or dash-cam footage that you have and get in touch if you have captured something that could assist with our enquiries.”

Anyone who can help is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2301 of Thursday, 2 April, 2026.

Missing: Have you seen Ahmed?

POLICE are seeking the assistance of the public to trace a 15-year-old male missing from the Drylaw area.

Ahmed Bader was last seen around 1400hrs, Monday 30th March 2026, near to the Meadowbank area. Ahmed’s family are extremely concerned for his wellbeing.

Ahmed is described as a Black male, around 6 feet tall, medium build, with short black afro hair. He was wearing a light blue navy tracksuit, a black gilet, and black trainers.

Extensive enquiries are ongoing to trace Ahmed. Enquiries thus far have revealed that Ahmed has connections within the Gorgie area.

T/PS Laura Elliott said: It is out of character for Ahmed not to be in touch with his family and friends. We just want to know that he is safe and well.

If anyone has seen Ahmed or has any information or knowledge as to his whereabouts, please contact Police as a matter of urgency.

Anyone with information is asked to call officers at Drylaw Police Station on the Police non-emergency number, 101, quoting incident number 1433 of the 31/03/2026.

Motorcycle Theft: Speak Up!

Do you know who’s stealing motorbikes in our community?

We’re asking for your help. Even small bits of information can make a big difference.

Seen suspicious activity?

Heard someone bragging about stolen bikes?

Got footage or tips?

Tell us what you know. 100% anonymous via Crime Stoppers or contact us directly.

Let’s stop the thieves together.

More arrests over Jewel incident

A further four males have been arrested and charged in connection with assault, possession of weapons and breach of the peace following a disturbance in the Jewel area.

The males, aged 20, 19, 18, and 15, are due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court at a later date.

Around 4.20pm on Wednesday, 25 February, 2026, officers were called to a report of males with weapons causing a disturbance. There were no reported injuries.

Two males, aged 18 and 17, were previously arrested and charged in connection with the incident.

Chief Inspector Alison Macdonald said: “I’d like to thank the public for their assistance during our enquiries.

“This type of violence is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. Officers are committed to tackling crime and antisocial behaviour in the local community. Targeted patrols will continue to deter and detect any criminality.

“Anyone with any concerns should speak to local officers or contact us through 101.”

Operation Portaledge: Three convicted of wilful fire-raising offences

Three men have been convicted of wilful fire-raising offences linked to Operation Portaledge.

At the High Court in Glasgow on Thursday, 26 March, 2026, Marshall O’Hara, 21, and Fraser Stewart, 22, pleaded guilty to four wilful fire-raising offences. Aiden McLaughlin (pictured above), 21, pleaded guilty to one wilful fire-raising offence.

All three pleaded guilty in relation to a wilful fire-raising at a premises on Wellington Road in Bishopbriggs on Tuesday, 8 April, 2025.

O’Hara and Stewart were also convicted in relation to wilful fire-raisings at a property on Ashgill Road, Glasgow and a property on Meadow Court, Stepps, on Monday, 7 April, as well as a property on Colston Drive, Bishopbriggs on Monday, 14 April.

They are all due to be sentenced at the same court on Wednesday, 13 May.

Detective Chief Superintendent Dave Ferry, Specialist Crime Division, said: “These were worrying incidents for the local community and now those responsible will face the consequences of their actions.

“We will continue to bring those intent in being involved in serious and organised crime to justice.

“These convictions are further examples of Police Scotland’s commitment to the Serious and Organised Crime Taskforce and its national strategy.”

Operation Portaledge is the ongoing investigation into violent incidents in the East and West of the country.

Man dies following crash on Old Dalkeith Road

A man has died following a road crash in Dalkeith which took place on Friday, 20 March, 2026.

Around 1.40pm, police received a report of an electric mountain bike colliding with a white Transit Van on the A6106, Old Dalkeith Road.

Emergency services attended and the 44-year-old cyclist was taken to hospital, where he died on Monday, 23 March, 2026.

Sergeant Mike Nash said: “Our enquiries are continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding this crash. I would urge anyone with information who has not yet spoken to police to contact us.

“Anyone with dash-cam footage from the area at the time is asked to check if it holds anything relevant and please get in touch if you can help.”

Contact Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 1660 of Friday, 20 March, 2026.

Gorgie incident: Man arrested

A 39-year-old man has been arrested after a man was found injured in Wardlaw Street, yesterday (Tuesday, 24 March, 2026).

Officers were called to property around 2.40pm and a 50-year-old man was taken to hospital for treatment. Hospital staff describe his condition as serious but not critical.

Detective Inspector Alan Sharp said: “Our enquiries are ongoing in the Wardlaw Street area. We would urge any witnesses or anyone with information which may assist our investigation to contact us.”

Anyone with information should contact 101 quoting incident number 1900 of 24 March. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.

A1 fatal crash: Can you help Police?

POLICE appealing for information following a fatal crash on the A1.

The crash involved a Renault Austral and Land Rover Defender and happened around 9.05am yesterday – Saturday, 21 March – near Torness Power Station.

The female front passenger of the Austral was pronounced dead at the scene. The male driver and the rear passenger were taken to hospital for treatment.

Her next of kin have been informed, however formal identification has yet to take place.

The male driver of the Defender was also taken to hospital for treatment.

Sergeant Barry Sommerville of the Road Policing Unit said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the woman who sadly died.

“Our enquiries are continuing and I would ask anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or who may have dash-cam footage, and has not yet spoken to or provided this information to officers, to contact us as soon as possible.

“The road re-opened at 4.15pm on Saturday 21 March, 2026. I want to thank members of the public for their patience while we investigated this serious crash.”

Anyone with information should call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0753 of 21 March, 2026.

Man jailed for serious and organised crime offences

A 33-year-old man has been jailed for organised crime offences whilst on bail. Dale Cleeton was sentenced to three years in prison at the High Court in Glasgow today, Friday, 20 March, 2026.

At the same court on Wednesday, 11 March, he pleaded guilty to being involved in serious and organised crime.

Cleeton was stopped by officers on the M8 eastbound near junction 2 in August 2023. He was later arrested and charged in connection with serious and organised crime offences on 29 November, 2023.

Detective Inspector Kevin Tait said: “I hope this sentencing sends a message to those involved in serious and organised crime that you will be caught and you will face the consequences.

“There is no place for this type of criminality in our communities. Such operations underline our commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country’s Serious Organised Crime Strategy. We will continue to work with partner agencies to tackle this issue and make our communities safer.

“Information from the public is absolutely crucial to our work and we would continue to urge anyone with knowledge or concerns about serious and organised crime in their area to contact Police Scotland on 101. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

Appeal to trace 15-year-old Ahmad Bader

Police are appealing for information to help trace 15-year-old Ahmad Bader from Edinburgh.

Ahmad was last seen at a premises on Gorgie Road around 8.20pm on Wednesday, 11 March.

He is described as being around 6ft tall, of medium build with short black hair and brown eyes.

When last seen, he was wearing a black jacket and trousers and carrying a backpack.

Ahmad is thought to be in the South West area of Edinburgh, but it is believed he may have previously travelled to Dundee and Dunfermline.

Inspector Quentin Russell said: “We are extremely concerned for Ahmad’s welfare and are looking to trace him to make sure he is safe.

“Our enquiries are ongoing and I am appealing to anyone who has seen him or who has any information on his whereabouts to contact us as soon as possible.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0726 of 11 March, 2026.