Tag: witness appeal

Three people charged following fatal crash near Newbridge

CRASH VICTIM NAMED AS LINDA PATTERSON

A 32-year-old man and two women, aged 19 and 23, have been charged following a fatal crash on the A8 near Newbridge.

Around 9.25am on Monday, 7 September, 2026, officers were called to the crash involving four cars.

A 58-year-old woman, who was driving one of the vehicles, was pronounced dead at the scene. She was Linda Patterson and the following statement has been released on behalf of her family:

“Linda was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend who brought so much love and joy to those who knew her.

“She had an amazing ability to always look on the positive side of life and was a great support and comfort to those she loved.

“Linda was a beautiful soul whose warmth and cheery sense of humour left their mark on everyone she knew.

“She will be greatly missed.

“We are devastated by her loss, but she will be forever in our hearts.”

Sergeant Mike Thomson said: “Our thoughts remain with Linda’s family and friends at this devastating time.

“Our investigation remains ongoing, though we are not looking for anyone else in connection, and we are continuing to appeal for information from the public.

“If you have not already spoken to police and believe you know something which may assist, please get in touch.

“We would also ask anyone with dash-cam footage or private CCTV which may be relevant to contact officers and pass this along.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting reference 0756 of 7 September, 2026.

The two women and the man were due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court yesterday (Wednesday, 9 September) and reports will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.

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CCTV appeal following serious assault on Princes Street

POLICE in Edinburgh have released images of two men they believe can assist with their investigation after a 24 year-old man was seriously assaulted on Princes Street around 2.35am on Saturday, 1 August, 2026.

The first man is described as white, 5ft 10in and in his late teens to early 20’s. He had blonde hair and was wearing a white t-shirt with grey jeans.

The second man is described as white, 6ft and in his late teens to early 20’s with short dark-coloured hair and glasses. He was wearing a black top with grey shorts and had a tattoo on the back of his left hand.

Detective Constable Gary Lipscombe of Gayfield CID said: “I would urge the men pictured or anyone who recognises them to contact us.

“This area was extremely busy at the time of the incident and I would ask anyone with information to contact Police Scotland through 101, quoting incident number 0473 of 1 August, 2026. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.”

Pedestrian dies following crash outside Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh

An 85-year-old woman has died after being struck by a car in Edinburgh.

The incident happened around 3.40pm on Monday, 20 July, 2026, outside the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh on Little France Crescent and involved a red Peugeot 208 and two pedestrians.

The woman died in hospital during the morning of Thursday, 23 July, 2026.

An 88-year-old man remains in hospital for treatment to serious injuries.

No other injuries were reported.

Enquiries remain ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2205 of 20 July, 2026.

Witness appeal following serious road accident at Royal Infirmary

POLICE are appealing for information after two pedestrians were struck by a car at Little France.

The incident happened around 3.40pm on Monday, 20 July, 2026, outside the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh on Little France Crescent and involved a red Peugeot 208.

The two pedestrians, an 85-year-old woman and an 88-year-old man, remain in a critical condition.

No other injuries were reported.

Sergeant Paul Ewing said: “I am appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident and has yet to speak to officers to please come forward.

“I’d also ask those with dash-cam footage who may have been parked or driving into the area at the time to please review this to see if it has captured anything that could assist with our investigation.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2205 of 20 July, 2026.

Police appeal for information: Injured man found on Whitson Road

POLICE in Edinburgh are appealing for information following the discovery of an injured man in the Saughton area.

A 43-year-old man was found with serious injuries in a garden in the Whitson Road area at around 9.30pm on Friday, 17 July, 2026.

He was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh and is described as being in a critical condition.  

Enquiries are ongoing to establish the exact circumstances.

Detective Chief Inspector Jonny Wright said: “I am appealing for information on how the man has come to be injured.

“If anyone in the area witnessed anything or has any CCTV or door camera footage from Friday evening, that hasn’t already been shown to officers, I’d ask them to get in touch.

“The response from the local community has been very helpful to the investigation and I’d like to thank them for their assistance so far.

“If anyone has information and has not yet spoken to officers, I would ask them to call 101 with any details they may have.”

Anyone with information should contact 101 quoting incident number 3838 of Friday, 17 July, 2026.

Information can also be given anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Witness appeal following serious assault in Muirhouse Gardens stair

POLICE are in attendance in the Muirhouse Gardens area after a man was seriously assaulted.

Emergency services were called to a common stairwell around 12.45pm on Friday, 17 July, 2026.

A man was taken to hospital by ambulance for treatment to serious injuries.

Extensive enquiries are ongoing.

Anyone with any information or concerns can approach the officers, or call 101 and quote reference number 1501 of Friday, 17 July, 2026.

St Mark’s Park cyclist: Can you help?

Around 6.50am on Tuesday, 23 June, 2026 police received a report of a man having taken unwell whilst on a bicycle within St Marks Park, Warriston Road.

Emergency services attended and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

A post mortem examination will take place in due course to establish the exact cause of death which police are not treating as suspicious.

Officers would like to speak to anyone who was within the park at this time, especially the two passers-by who assisted until paramedics arrived, to contact them on telephone number 101 quoting incident number 0556 of 23 June, 2026.

Police: Further update on Friday evenng incidents across Edinburgh

Update following incidents that happened in Edinburgh on Friday 19 June:

We recognise the concerns felt within all communities, including those who experienced and witnessed these horrific attacks, and we understand concerns may be heightened at this time. Policing and communities experience the direct impact and live time reactions to international conflicts, UK incidents and online commentary.

It is important that all communities across Scotland feel supported, protected and able to go about their daily lives without fear of hatred or intimidation.

Community cohesion is a partnership effort. Since Friday, we have engaged with over 90 multi-faith organisations and community leaders in Edinburgh and across Scotland. Local policing officers have visited businesses affected by the incident and will continue to do so. We are carrying out a community impact assessment and will closely monitor the situation to ensure the safety and well-being of all communities, and we are prepared to respond promptly to any emerging issues.

We have also been in touch with the police officers who bravely carried out the arrest on Friday, as well as speaking to other officers to offer any support they need.

A 36-year-old man was arrested and charged, and is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court today. While there is no wider threat, it continues to be a live ongoing investigation led by Counter Terrorism Policing Scotland, supported by local policing officers in Edinburgh and other specialist national capabilities in Scotland.

The Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP) has been set up to encourage members of the public to submit information directly to officers.

We would appeal to anyone with information that could assist to upload it using the online form, including those with doorbell or dashcam footage 👉

https://orlo.uk/QQGnL

Anyone impacted by the incident can access free, confidential, emotional and practical support from Victim Support Scotland 👉https://orlo.uk/x0Grk

We would urge everyone to continue to work together and ensure no person or group in Scotland feels marginalised or isolated. We are a police service for every community.

Our message is clear – there is no place for violence, hatred, or intimidation in our communities.

Thank you for your continued support.

CCTV appeal following serious assault on Lower Granton Road

Police Scotland has released a CCTV image of a man who they believe may be able to assist them with their enquires into a serious assault on Lower Granton Road, Edinburgh.

The incident happened around 4.30pm on Saturday, 16 May, 2026. The man is described as white, 6ft in height, of heavy build, aged 40-50 years-old and bald.

Detective Sergeant Keith Morrison said: “We would ask the man in the image, or anyone who recognises him, to contact us as soon as possible.”

Anyone who has information that may assist with this investigation is asked to contact Police Scotland via 101 quoting incident number 2173 of Saturday, 16 May, 2026. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Appeal for information following serious crash in North Edinburgh

TEENAGER ARRESTED FOLLOWING INCIDENT

POLICE are appealing for information following a serious crash in North Edinburgh in th early hours of this morning (Thursday, 11 June, 2026).

Around, 2.35am, a black Fiat 500 struck a building on Crewe Road North at West Granton Road.

Emergency services attended and the 18-year-old male driver and a 17-year-old male passenger were taken by ambulance to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment.

A road closure was is in place following the crash, but Crewe Road North has now reopened.

The 17-year-old male youth has been arrested in connection with a theft.

Enquiries are ongoing.

Sergeant William Low said: “Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances, and I would appeal to anyone who witnessed the crash to contact us.

“I would also ask anyone who was in the area and who may have seen the black Fiat 500 prior to the crash, or who has any dash cam footage which could assist to get in touch.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact 101 quoting reference number 0301 of 11 June, 2026.”