Police are appealing for information from the public after an 18-year-old man was found seriously injured on Friday, January 11.
He was attacked on Bath Street, Portobello, Edinburgh at 6.40pm. Two men believed to be involved were masked and riding e-scooters.
Emergency services attended and he was rushed to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary where his injuries are described as serious but not thought to be life threatening.
Enquiries are ongoing to identify and trace three men believed to be involved in the incident.
Two were wearing black balaclavas, dark clothing and were riding dark coloured e-bikes. They are both described as tall, of slim build.
The third is described as being of stocky build with blonde hair.
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Detective Inspector Dougal Begg said: “We are continuing our enquiries to establish the full circumstances and a police presence will remain in the area.
“We believe this was a targeted attack and I would appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time and who may have information which could assist to contact us.
“I would also appeal to anyone with dash-cam or private CCTV footage to get in touch.”
Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2687 of Friday, 10 January 2025. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, if you wish to remain anonymous.
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