Tag: witness appeal

King’s Stables Road incident: do you know these men?

Police have released CCTV images of two men they wish to trace in connection with an incident on King’s Stables Road at around 1.25am on Tuesday, 10 March.

It is believed the men pictured may be able to assist the investigation and the men themselves or anyone who recognises them is asked to come forward.

The first man is described as white, aged 20-30, wearing a green/grey hooded top with a blue body warmer, dark trousers and light coloured trainers.

The second man is described white, aged 20-30, wearing all dark clothing with a hood up and dark trainers with a white sole.

Detective Constable William Doughty, of Gayfield CID, said: “We are appealing for anyone who can help us identify these men to get in touch with us.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 0248 of 10 March or make an anonymous report through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

Barnton cyclist incident: can you help?

At about 8.30pm on Friday 19th June, a 32 year old man was cycling his dark red Genesis Hybrid pedal cycle on Barnton Avenue.

About 20 yards from the junction with Cramond Road South, the rider became unseated from his bike and sustained injuries. The exact cause of the incident is unknown, however there is the possibility that another vehicle may have been involved.

Images of the bike are attached and at this time it is unconfirmed if any other vehicles were involved.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 101, quoting incident 2977 of 22 June.

Appeal following disturbance on Hawkhill Avenue

Police are appealing for information after a man suffered serious injuries following a disturbance in Restalrig. The incident happened around 10.30pm on Wednesday (13 May) on Hawkhill Avenue.

A 27-year-old man was taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary for treatment for his injuries. He remains in a serious but stable condition in hospital.

Two men, aged 48 and 41, and a 34-year-old woman have been arrested in connection with the incident.

Detective Inspector Clark Martin, of Gayfield CID, said: “Our enquiries continue to trace a further individual believed to be involved in the incident and we’d urge anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident or has any information that could assist our investigation to come forward.”

Anyone with information can call police on 101, quoting incident 4131 of 13 May, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Police seek couple following Carrubbers Close assault

Police are appealing for witnesses following an assault in Carrubbers Close off the Royal Mile. The incident happened around 12.00am last Saturday (22 February), when a 28 year old man suffered significant facial injuries which required hospital treatment.

Officers are keen to speak to a man and woman who may be able to assist with enquiries.

The man described as being 25-35 years old, of slim build, with short curly hair wearing black clothing.

The woman is described as being 25-35 years old, of slim build, long dark hair wearing a hooded jacket and in possession of a black hand bag.

Constable Jonathan Goldring, of Gayfield Square Police Station, said: ‘There were a number of people around the area when this incident happened and we are appealing for them to get in touch if they saw what happened.

‘As part of our enquiries we are reviewing CCTV footage in the area and would ask anyone with private or business systems to check their footage for description of the suspects above’.

Those with information should contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0802 of 22 February 2020, or make a call anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Did you see Dalry Road accident?

Police in Edinburgh are continuing to appeal for the help of the public following a crash last week. Officers are appealing for witnesses to come forward following the incident at 5.40pm on Monday, 13 January, on Dalry Road.

A man was involved in a collision with a green Ford Focus while crossing the road near to the junction with Murieston Crescent.

The 42-year-old man suffered minor injuries and was taken to hospital as a precaution after being treated by the Scottish Ambulance Service at the scene.

The driver of the car stopped and is assisting officers.

Anyone who saw the collision is asked to come forward to try and assist with enquiries.

Sergeant Jill Kirkpatrick from Edinburgh’s Road Policing Unit said: “The area was busy due to the time of day and I would encourage anyone who witnessed the collision, and who hasn’t already spoken to us, to come forward.

“Fortunately the pedestrian was not seriously injured and both he and the driver of the vehicle are assisting us with our ongoing enquiries.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2887 of 13 January.

City Centre Assault: police release CCTV images

Police Scotland has released images of two men they wish to speak with in connection to an ongoing investigation into a serious assault in the city centre.

Serious assault- Edinburgh City Centre- CCTV 1

Serious assault- Edinburgh City Centre- CCTV 2

Serious assault- Edinburgh City Centre- CCTV 3

The incident took place around 2.20am on Tuesday, 15 October, 2019, in St Andrew Square. A 23-year-old man was assaulted outside a restaurant on the square, close to the junction with George Street and was taken to the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary where he was treated for a serious facial injury.

Officers believe the men pictured may have information to assist their investigation and anyone who recognises them is urged to come forward.

The male in images one and two is described as white, aged between 18-22, of slim build with short brown hair. He is seen in the images to be wearing a black coloured polo shirt with a design on the collar, and is believed to have been wearing knee-length dark coloured shorts and white trainers.

The male in image three is also described as aged between 18-22, of slim build with short dark hair. He is seen wearing a black t-shirt with white writing to the chest and is believed to have been wearing black jeans and white trainers.

Detective Constable Tom Kerr of Gayfield CID said: “The victim was subjected to an unprovoked attack which left him with a serious facial injury that required surgical treatment in hospital.

“I would urge anyone with information as to the identity of the men pictured to contact Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 0260 of 15th October 2019.  Alternatively please contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.”

Witness appeal following Queensferry Road fatality

Police in Edinburgh are appealing for witnesses after a 63-year-old man died as a result of a road traffic collision.

The incident happened around 9.10pm on Tuesday, 7 January, 2020 when a Nissan Note car collided with a pedestrian on Queensferry Road, between the junctions with Parkgrove Avenue and Drum Brae North. Continue reading Witness appeal following Queensferry Road fatality

Police seek two men following Bonnington Road assault

Police have released CCTV images of two men they wish to speak to as they believe they may be able to assist with their enquiries in relation to an incident during which a man was assaulted and required hospital treatment. The incident took place at around 11.20pm on Saturday 23 November, on Bonnington Road.

Continue reading Police seek two men following Bonnington Road assault

Police appeal following road collision in Broomhouse

Police in Edinburgh are appealing for witnesses following a serious road collision in the west of the city. The incident happened around 9am on Monday (2nd September) on Broomhouse Road at its roundabout junction with Broomhouse Drive. Continue reading Police appeal following road collision in Broomhouse