A 37-year-old man has died following an alleged disturbance in Viewcraig Gardens yesterday afternoon.

Emergency services raced to the scene at around 4pm but the man died later in hospital.

A 52-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death which is being treated as suspicious.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Police in Edinburgh are investigating following the death of a 37-year-old man on Monday 17th June.

“Officers were called to Viewcraig ‎Gardens at around 4pm following a report of a disturbance and the man was found with serious injuries.

“He was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh where he later passed away.

“A 52-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death, which is being treated as suspicious.

“Inquiries are ongoing and anyone with information that can assist police with their investigation is asked to come forward immediately.”