Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision on Comiston Road (Buckstone Terrace) last night.
The incident occurred around 8pm when a 57-year-old man fell into the road. He was then struck by a small dark coloured vehicle.
Upon striking the man, the vehicle failed to stop. He was found by a member of the public who contacted the emergency services. The man was taken to the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary for treatment, however was pronounced dead at a short time later.
Police are now appealing to the public for information.
Inspector Richard Latto said: “This was a fatal road traffic collision, where a vehicle failed to stop.
“This incident occurred on a busy road and with this in mind, we are appealing for any witnesses who may have been in the area last night to come forward.
“Anyone who has information, or recognises the description of the car, is asked 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.
