Man charged in connection with murder of 28-year-old man in Edinburgh city centre

A man has been charged in connection with the murder of 28-year-old Paul Smith in Edinburgh city centre.

Emergency services were called to Johnston Terrace at 1:50pm on May 30 after reports of a disturbance.

Mr Smith was found fatally injured and paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene.

Now, a 40-year-old man has been charged in connection and is expected to appear in court on Monday, June 3.

Detective Inspector Bob Campbell from Edinburgh’s Criminal Investigations Department said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Mr Smith and we have specialist officers providing them with support at this time.

“We are satisfied that this was an isolated incident and we are not looking for anyone else in connection.

“The 40-year-old man has been held in police custody to appear before Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday 3rd June.”

Chief Inspector David Robertson, Area Commander for the City Centre said: “We understand the shock and distress this type of incident can cause to the local community and officers will continue to provide a high-visibility presence in the area in the coming days to engage with the public and provide necessary support.

“I would like to thank those members of the public who assisted the emergency services at the scene, and the wider community for their cooperation and assistance whilst our inquiries are ongoing."