Police investigate 'targeted' gun attack at Edinburgh home
No injuries were reported after the gunshots were heard on Niddrie Marischal Crescent at around 3am on Thursday
Police in Edinburgh are investigating a "targeted" gun attack in the early hours of Thursday morning.
Officers received reports of a firearm possibly being discharged on Niddrie Marischal Crescent around 3:05 am. No injuries have been reported.
Extensive inquiries are ongoing, including door-to-door investigations and a review of CCTV footage.
Detective Inspector Martin Smith said: "We believe this was a targeted attack and are following a number of lines of enquiry.
"A dedicated team of officers are working to trace whoever is responsible for this reckless act as quickly as possible.
"From our enquiries so far, we believe this incident may be linked to groups who are actively targeting each other.
"We understand this incident will be concerning for the local community but please be assured we are working hard to trace those involved."
Police are appealing for information after a white BMW 1 Series was spotted in the area around the time gunshots were heard.
Officers have said they are keen to hear from anyone who may have seen the vehicle.
At around 4:30am, a vehicle was discovered on Main Street in the Dalmeny area of Edinburgh.
Investigations are ongoing to determine if it is connected to the incident on Niddrie Marischal Crescent.
The vehicle has been recovered and will undergo forensic examination.
Detective Inspector Smith added: "We would urge anyone with information on this car, or anyone with dash-cam, doorbell footage or personal footage, to review it and get in touch with officers.
"I am keen to hear from anyone who saw the car in Niddrie Marischal Crescent or the Dalmeny area.
"Please think back - did you see this car? Or did you see anything suspicious in the area around the time?
"If you have any information at all, please contact us.
"Plain-clothed and uniform officers will remain in the area while our investigations continue.
"Anyone with any concerns, or any information, can approach these officers."
Anyone with information is asked to contact police via 101 quoting incident number 0281 of Thursday, 20 March, 2025 or alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.
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