Man charged with serious assault in Leith Links

A 20-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a serious assault in the Leith Links area which took place around 2.50pm on Tuesday 21 November on Wellington Place.

A 70-year-old man sustained a serious facial injury and was taken to the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary for treatment.

The accused is scheduled to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Tuesday 23 January.

Detectives would like to thank the community for their assistance with the investigation.