Serious sexual assault on 25 year-old man on George IV Bridge

Police have confirmed that the incident on George IV Bridge this morning is now being treated as a serious sexual assault on a 25 year-old man.

The area has been cordoned off to allow for a forensic examination.

A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: “Police in Edinburgh are investigating following the serious sexual assault on a 25 year-old man.

“The incident occurred today at around 6.30am. Cordons are in place at the corner of George IV Bridge and Chambers Street and at Greyfriars  Kirkyard.

“Enquiries into the full circumstances of this incident are ongoing.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101.”