Detectives investigating a report of a serious sexual assault in Edinburgh city centre have made an arrest.
The incident took place a week ago, Sunday 25 May 2025 in a basement in the York Place area of the city.
An investigation was launched and officers issued an appeal for information from the public.
This afternoon the force reported that a 20-year-old man has been arrested.
Officers say that their investigation is continuing.
A police spokesperson said: “A 20-year-old man as been arrested following a report of a serious sexual offence of a 15-year-old girl in Edinburgh.
“The incident took place in the York Place area on Sunday, 25 May, 2025.
“Enquiries are ongoing.”
Police Update 2 June 2025 8am: “He is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday, 2 June, 2025.”
