Police condemn anti-social behaviour at the Meadows over the weekend

Hundreds of people in Edinburgh flocked to the area because of the good weather yesterday afternoon

Author: Callum McQuadePublished 4th Apr 2021
Last updated 4th Apr 2021

Officers are condemning the disorder after hundreds of people gathered at the Meadows in Edinburgh over the weekend.

They've confirmed three people have been charged in connection with anti-social behaviour and a serious assault.

Chief Inspector Sarah Taylor of Edinburgh Police Division said: “Officers were called to a number of incidents over the course of the day and responded quickly and professionally in the face of some blatant anti-social behaviour.

“Hundreds of people were moved on or dispersed from the area.

"In particular, we’re eager for anyone who saw a 22-year-old man being attacked around 7.30pm in the Middle Meadow Walk area and also a 17-year-old man being seriously injured in the park around 6.40 pm, to come forward.

“Anyone who witnessed these incidents, who has seen information online or has footage which may be relevant is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident 1635 of 3 April, 2021.

"Information can also be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

"Be assured that there will be a continued police presence at The Meadows over Easter and the coming weekends, as a minimum.

"We've been working with the council and are committed to tackling these issues together, both in the immediate future and long-term.

"There will be zero tolerance."

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