Man, 25, seriously injured after Leith stabbing
The attack happened at the entrance to Pilrig Park on Tuesday afternoon
A 25-year old man is seriously injured after he was stabbed at the entrance to Pilrig Park in Leith on Tuesday afternoon.
Police were called to Pilrig Street just after 2pm and the man was then taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.
Hospital staff are describing his condition as serious.
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Detective Inspector Dougal Begg said: “We would urge anyone who was in the area at the time who witnessed this serious assault take place, or who has any information that may assist our investigation to come forward.
“Enquiries are continuing and officers are gathering and viewing CCTV footage for more information.
"I would also urge any drivers with dash-cam footage or those with personal footage to contact us as soon as possible.”
Information can be passed to 101 quoting reference number 1698 of 27 February.
Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.