Police appeal for witnesses after two men injured during disturbance

Police are appealing for witnesses after two men were seriously injured during a disturbance in Granton.

Emergency services were alerted to the incident just after 1am today at Granton Square.

A forensic officer at the scene this morning.

Two men, aged 19 and 21, were found with serious injuries and taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary to be treated.

The road was closed off for several hours to allow forensic officers and detectives to carry out their investigation.

Detective Sergeant Dougal Begg, said “These men received serious injuries and therefore it is imperative that we establish exactly how they came about them.

“We are currently carrying out enquiries into the matter, however would appeal for anyone with any information to come forward.

“Passing taxi’s or private hire vehicles that were in the area may also have dash-cam footage that could be vital in our enquiry. We would urge you to get in touch.”

Anyone with any information should contact Police via 101, quoting incident number 0261 of Saturday, 3 July, 2021. Alternatively you can contact CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111 where information can be given in confidence.