A 36-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the death of Margaret Parker. 

He has also been charged in relation to the attempted murder of a 55-year-old woman and a 42-year-old woman during this incident on Fernieside Crescent yesterday morning. 

They did not require medical treatment.

Around 8.25am, police were called to an alleged disturbance within a house. 

Emergency services attended however Margaret Parker, 78, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The 36-year-old man is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court tomorrow. 

Detective Inspector Dougal Begg said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Margaret Parker and everyone affected by this tragic incident.

“A continued police presence can be seen in the area as officers continue their enquiries into this isolated incident.”

A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.