Man dies after Easter Road hit and run

A man has died after a hit and run on Easter Road earlier this month - Police are keen to speak with two females seen in the area

Author: Lewis MichiePublished 1st Jul 2022

Police say a 21-year-old man has died after a hit and run on Easter Road.

The incident happened around 2:40am on Sunday the 19th of June.

The man was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh at the time but has since died.

A 23-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident and further enquiries remain ongoing.

Sergeant Paul Ewing, from the Edinburgh Road Policing team, said: “At this time, our thoughts are very much with the family and friends of the deceased.

“We are continuing our enquiries into the incident and would ask anyone who was in the area at the time and may have information to come forward. We’re also particularly keen to speak with two females who were seen near to an ATM at the bottom of Easter Road, around 2.30am.

“If you believe you can assist our enquiries, please call police on 101, quoting incident 0590 of Sunday, 19 June, 2022.”

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