Teenager taken to hospital after street attack

A police investigation is underway after a 19-year-old man was attacked on Oxgangs Road North around 5.50pm on Tuesday.

He was taken to the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary for treatment.

Police have now appealed for witnesses or anyone with
information to come forward.

A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: “We were called at
5.50pm on Tuesday, February 25 following reports of a serious assault on
Oxgangs Road North in Edinburgh.

“A 19-year-old man was taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary
for treatment. Enquiries are ongoing.”

“Anyone with information can call 101.”