The North Bridge was closed to all pedestrians and traffic at around 8.45am this morning after reports of concern for a man.
Emergency services including police, paramedics and the fire service remain at the scene and motorists are advised to avoid the area.
A spokeswoman said: “Police in Edinburgh were called to North Bridge around 8.45am on Thursday following a report of concern for a man.
“Closures are currently in place while emergency services attend the scene and the public are thanked for their patience.”
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.
