A police investigation is underway after two firefighters were attacked by a group of youths whilst attending an emergency call at Lawfield Farm, Dalkeith around 8.40pm on Friday night.
They were not injured as a result of the incident.
Police are urging anyone who has information to get in touch.
Inspector Neil Mitchell said: “It is extremely disappointing that colleagues from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service have been assaulted whilst attending an emergency call. It is totally unacceptable to attack emergency service workers who are there to protect and support our communities when in need.
“I would urge anyone who has information to get in touch with Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference number 4036 of 3 November or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 if you wish to remain anonymous.
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.
