Police are appealing for information following a serious road traffic collision last night on West Shore Road.
The incident occurred at around 11.20PM.
A BMW 1150cc motorcycle struck a wall and the rider, a 14-year-old boy, was thrown from the vehicle and subsequently landed on nearby rocks.
Police and emergency services including the RNLI went to the scene. The Scottish Ambulance Service took the boy to the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary where his condition is described as serious.
The motorcycle is understood to have been stolen.
Officers investigating this incident are now appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this incident to come forward.
[wpgmza id=”3″]Chief Superintendent Mark Williams said: “This was a terrible incident that has left a local boy badly injured. Thankfully it wasn’t more serious as the consequences could have been fatal.
“What it does sadly, is highlight the risks faced by those who choose to ride stolen motorbikes and it demonstrates the impact this can have on both the individual, their families and the community”
“We are appealing for anyone with information regarding this incident to contact us immediately.
“In unqualified hands motorbikes are extremely dangerous and tackling the theft of motorbikes and vehicles will continue to be a focus for local officers.
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