Two teenagers have been arrested following a disturbance at Portobello beach on Friday afternoon following reports of large crowds gathering.
A 17-year-old male was charged with possessing a wooden pole, whilst a 16-year-old female was arrested in connection with the disturbance.
Officers also seized alcohol and broke up large groups.
There were no reports of any injuries.
Ch Insp Gill Geany said: “Officers were on patrol at Portobello Beach when a disturbance broke out around 3pm on Friday, 31 July, 2020.
“Further officers attended and numerous people were moved on from the beach and quantities of alcohol were surrendered and disposed of.”
She added: “Many people spent the day at Portobello Beach yesterday enjoying the good weather without incident.
“Unfortunately, a small group, intent on trouble spoiled it for others.”
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.
