Police Scotland has extended their appeal for information into the murder of an Edinburgh man following the recovery of a vehicle believed to be of interest in their investigation.
Mohamed Abdi died as a result of gunshot wounds he sustained during an incident in Abercorn Avenue on Sunday 26 May 2013.
A major police enquiry is underway to trace those responsible for the 25-year-old’s murder with two men so far having been charged with offences of breach of the peace as part of this investigation.
Officers have now taken possession of a silver Ford Fiesta, which was found in Glasgow and is believed to have been involved in the incidents leading up to the shooting.
Enquiries suggest that the car may have been valeted since the events of the 26th.
High-visibility police patrols continue to engage with the public in a number of areas affected by this enquiry and the support and assistance of these communities has been vital in providing officers with various pieces of information, which is being progressed by the enquiry team.
Detectives remain keen to hear from members of the public across Scotland who may still have information relevant to this investigation, but who have yet to contact police.
Detective Superintendent Gary Flannigan said:- “Since Mohamed Abdi was murdered on Sunday 26 May, this investigation has led us to various areas of Edinburgh and each community we have approached has given us an excellent response.
“Following the recovery of the car in Glasgow, we are expanding our appeal for information and would urge those who believe they can assist with our enquiries to come forward.
“Officers need to hear from car valeting companies that have recently carried out work on a vehicle matching this description, or from anyone who may have knowledge of a silver Fiesta having been cleaned since last Sunday.
“Police Scotland is committed to bringing those responsible for Mohamed Abdi’s murder to justice and we will continue to enlist the help of our communities across the country as this investigation progresses.”
Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101 or alternatively, the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.
