Dog walker slashed in face at Jack Kane Centre

A police investigation is under way after a 26-year-old male dog walker was slashed in the face at the Jack Kane Centre at Hunters Hall Park in Niddrie, at 7.10pm on Sunday.

The dog walker was taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary after the attack

Constable Peter Gilzean said: “This was a violent attack which has left the victim badly shaken. It could also result in in the victim being permanently disfigured.”

Officers believe the attacker was around 6ft and was wearing a dark parka-style jacket and dark grey tracksuit bottoms.

He added: “We are eager to trace the man responsible for this attack as soon as possible.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact 101.