Emergency services at scene of city centre crash – George Street and Hanover Street closed

Two city centre streets are currently closed to allow police officers to deal with crash which took place around 1.50pm today Sunday 8 December. 

The crash involved a bus and a male pedestrian. 

Emergency services are on the scene and drivers are being advised to use an alternative route. 

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “George Street and Hanover Street in Edinburgh are closed due to a crash involving a bus and a male pedestrian, which happened around 1.50pm on Sunday, 8 December. 

“Emergency services are in attendance and road users are advised to avoid the area.” 

Updates to follow