Officers carrying out enquiries in the Roseburn Path area of the city have recovered a firearm.

The weapon was found around 11am todayas part of Operation Portaledge, the ongoing investigation into violent incidents in the East and West of the country.

Detective Chief Superintendent David Ferry, Specialist Crime Division, said: “A number of weapons have now been recovered as part of this operation.

“I hope this latest find helps to reassure the community of our continued resolve to target organised crime.

“Extensive enquiries are ongoing and I urge anyone who knows something that could assist with our investigation to please contact to us.

“Anyone with information relating to these incidents should speak to Police Scotland on 101 or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”