Man in hospital after falling from roof in Canongate

Canongate was closed for a period yesterday after a 21-year-old man fell from a roof.

He was taken to Royal Infirmary Edinburgh where his injuries are believed not to be life threatening.

A police spokesperson said: “Police in Edinburgh attended at the Canongate following concern for a man yesterday, Saturday 4th March.

“They can confirm that a 21-year-old was admitted to the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. He is receiving treatment for multiple injuries after he slipped from the roof at 6.20pm. His injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.

“Officers wish to thanks the public for their patience and the other emergency services for their assistance while the incident was ongoing. The Canongate has re-opened to traffic.”