A police investigation is underway to trace a cyclist who failed to stop after hitting a 56-year-old woman at a pedestrian crossing on Chapel Street, near George Square around 5.25pm yesterday.
The victim was taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary for treatment to a serious facial injury.
Police have appealed for witnesses to come forward.
Constable Bob MacNeil from the road policing unit at Fettes Police Station said: “This collision resulted in the pedestrian sustaining a very painful injury that required medical attention.
“However, the cyclist did not stop to check on the woman or assist with our enquiries and we are now urging this female to contact us immediately.
“In addition, anyone who was in the area and witnessed this incident, or who has information that can assist with our inquiries is also urged to get in touch.”
Anyone with information has been asked to contact Police Scotland on 101.
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.
