Suspects attempts to attack man with weapon in Edinburgh
Police are on the hunt for a man who attempted to attack another man with a weapon on Saturday - before making off in a stolen vehicle, which was later found on fire
Last updated 9th Jan 2023
Police say they're searching for a suspect who attempted to attack a 36-year-old man with a weapon in Edinburgh on Saturday night (January 7).
The incident happened on Cumnor Crescent, Edinburgh around 8:35pm.
The victim was approached by a man who attempted to strike him with the weapon.
The suspect is described as white, in his mid to late teens, around 5ft 6in tall and of skinny build.
He was wearing a tracksuit, with a black balaclava, black gloves, and possibly a black body warmer.
Officers say the suspect was then seen entering a brown Mitsubishi Outlander, which drove off towards Glenvarloch Crescent.
Investigations have now revealed that vehicle was actually stolen from Brighouse Park Close in the early hours of the same day.
Then the same car was found on fire in Foxglove Close, Edinburgh, at around 12.10am on Monday, 9 January, 2023.
Police are keen to speak to anyone who might have information to help trace those responsible.
Detective Inspector Kevin Tait, from Edinburgh CID, said: "Thankfully the man was not injured but it is vital we trace those responsible.
"This appears to have been a targeted attack and we do not believe there was any risk to the wider public.
"A brown Mitsubishi Outlander was discovered on fire in Foxglove Close, Edinburgh, and we believe it may be linked to the incident.
"I would like to hear from anyone who recognises the vehicle and may have information about its movements over the past few days.
"We’re also keen to hear from anyone with potential dashcam footage or private CCTV, as it could prove vital to our enquiries."
Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting incident number 3142 of 7 January, 2023.
Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.