Teenager arrested in connection with serious assault in Portobello

Police in Edinburgh have arrested and charged a 16-year-old male in connection with a serious assault. 

The incident took place around 8.45pm on Friday, 21 March, 2025 at The Promenade, Portobello. 

The victim was also a 16-year-old male. 

The accused was not detained in custody but released on undertaking to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court at a later date. 

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “16-year-old male has been arrested and charged in connection with a serious assault on a 16-year-old male in Edinburgh. 

“The incident happened around 8.45pm on Friday, 21 March, 2025 at The Promenade, Portobello. 

“The 16-year-old was released on undertaking and is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court at a later date.”