Two teenagers due in court after racist attack

Two teenage boys have been arrested and charged in
connection with an assault which took place  around 6.55pm on Thursday, 23 January at the
Hay Convenience Store on Hay Avenue.

Two men, aged 38 and 49, who were working in the shop, were
racially abused before being physically assaulted.

The teenagers, aged 15 and 16, are due to appear at
Edinburgh Sheriff Court today  one
appearing from police custody.

Edinburgh Leith Area Commander, Chief Inspector Gill Geany,
said: “I want to make it clear that this type of behaviour will not be
tolerated. Police Scotland is committed to ensuring that those responsible will
the face the consequences of their actions.

“Enquiries remain ongoing into this incident and I am
appealing for anyone who has information and has not yet spoken to police to
come forward.”

Information can be provided to Police Scotland via 101,
quoting reference number 3092 of 23 January, or to Crimestoppers anonymously on
0800 555 111.