Man, 21, charged after three teens injured in Portobello attack

Police were called to Bath Street and Mentone Avenue around 10.55pm on Saturday night

Author: Paul ReillyPublished 14th Apr 2025
Last updated 14th Apr 2025

A 21-year-old man has been arrested and charged following a violent incident in Edinburgh’s Portobello area.

Police were called to Bath Street and Mentone Avenue around 10.55pm on Saturday night.

Three teenagers - one aged 17 and two 18-year-olds - were taken to the Royal Infirmary for treatment.

The suspect is expected to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Tuesday.

Officers say enquiries are still ongoing and have thanked the public for their help so far.

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