Police crackdown on crime gangs in Edinburgh sees man jailed for threatening and abusive behaviour
Marcus Laidley-Sobers previously pleaded guilty to the offence at Edinburgh Sheriff Court last month
A 29-year-old man has been jailed for almost two years following a police crackdown on crime gangs in Edinburgh.
Marcus Laidley-Sobers was sentenced to 21 months in prison after previously pleading guilty to a threatening and abusive behaviour offence.
The incident in question took place in the West Court area of Edinburgh on March 20, 2025.
Police were called to the scene after receiving a report of threatening behaviour.
Laidley-Sobers was arrested and charged in connection with the incident just under two weeks later on April 2.
He appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday, June 22 where he pleaded guilty. He returned to the same court on Wednesday, July 8 for his sentencing.
The investigation was undertaken as part of Operation Portaledge.
This is a dedicated task force organised by Police Scotland to investigate organised gang violence across the east and west coast of the country.
Detective Chief Superintendent Dave Ferry, Specialist Crime Division, said: "Laidley-Sobers will now face the consequences of his actions.
"Bringing another individual to justice is testament to the continued hard work and dedication by detectives, specialist officers and partners across the country.
"Police Scotland remains committed to the Serious and Organised Crime Taskforce and its national strategy."