Man, 29, taken to Edinburgh hospital after 'group of people fighting' on Leith Walk as police arrest suspect
The incident took place on Leith Walk on Sunday evening
A man has been taken to hospital after a group of people were reportedly seen fighting on Leith Walk.
The alleged altercation took place at around 11.25pm on Sunday.
A 29-year-old man was injured in the disturbance and was taken to hospital to be treated for his injuries.
A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: “Around 11.25pm on Sunday, 7 June, 2026 police received a report of a group of people fighting and causing a disturbance in Leith Walk, Edinburgh.
“Officers attended and a 29-year-old man was found injured. He was taken to hospital by police.”
It has been confirmed that a man has been arrested and charged in connection with the incident.
The spokesperson added: “A 31-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection and is expected to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday, 8 June, 2026. A report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.”