Police trying to piece together how man, 63, became seriously injured in Edinburgh

He was found around 1.45am on Saturday at Saughton Road North

Author: Paul ReillyPublished 18th Dec 2023
Last updated 29th Jan 2024

Police are trying to piece together how a man became seriously injured in the west of Edinburgh.

The 63-year-old was found around 1.45am on Saturday at Saughton Road North.

He was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment.

Enquiries are ongoing to establish how he came to be injured.

Police appeal for information

Detective Constable Alistair Hutton said: “We would urge anyone who believes they may have information or who perhaps came to the man’s aid to get in touch.

“We would also be keen to speak to anyone who may have dashcam or private CCTV footage from the area.

“Anyone with information can call 101, quoting reference 1222 of 16 December.”

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