Man arrested after firearm discharged in Gilmerton

A 24-year-old man has been arrested and charged following the discharge of a firearm in Gilmerton Dykes Avenue yesterday morning.

He is scheduled to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court tomorrow.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: ” Police Scotland treats all reports of firearms offences seriously and will utilise all available resources to tackle crimes of this nature.

“Members of the local community will notice an increased policing presence in the area over the next few days and if they have information on crime in their area this can be to our officers.”

Contact can also be made with Police Scotland on 101 or alternatively through the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.