Police are appealing for witnesses following the attempted murder of two men around 6pm last night in Wardieburn Place West.
The men had travelled from the Aberdeen area on the understanding that they were going to purchase a vehicle. Both were attacked within a common stair by two male suspects, who quickly departed the scene, possibly via the large grass area at the rear of the block.
Both men were left with serious injuries and the 43-year-old man is considered to be in a critical condition.
Officers are now eager to speak to any witnesses who may have seen the two suspects.
The first suspect is described as a white man, aged 17-19 years old. He has a Central Scotland accent and light coloured short hair, which is shaved at the sides. He was wearing a light coloured sky blue hooded sweatshirt and grey jogging bottoms.
The second suspect is a white man in his mid-twenties. He has a stocky build and was wearing a striped top.
Detective Chief Inspector Stuart Houston said: “This was an appalling attack on two men who came to the address in good faith.
“This attack happened in daylight and we believe there may be a number of witnesses who may have seen the suspects in the area.
“Anyone with information that can help with our enquiries is urged to contact police immediately.”
Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101 or anonymously through 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.
