70 year-old man assaulted in Wardie Park on Tuesday night.
Police in Edinburgh are appealing for witnesses following a serious assault that happened in Wardie Park last night .
The 70-year-old victim is believed to have flagged a taxi on Broughton Street or London Street and then travelled in a silver London Hackney Cab to Wardie Park.
Police are looking to trace the driver of the taxi who may be able to assist with enquiries.
Detective Constable Richard Johnston of Police Scotland said:- “This assault was on a vulnerable, elderly man with a medical condition and if anyone has any information they should contact police.
“We are keen to trace the driver of a taxi who may have picked up the victim around the Broughton Street area.”
Police are appealing to anyone with information that can assist their inquiries to contact Police Scotland on 101, or Crimestoppers in confidence on 0800 555 111.
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