Serious daytime assault at Edinburgh city centre bus stop leaves 20-year-old man in hospital
A 20-year-old man was taken to hospital after he was assaulted at a city centre bus stop in Edinburgh.
The man had been standing at a bus stop in Nicolson Street at around 4.35pm on Friday, January 16, when he was appraoched by hooded man wearing black.
The suspect approached the victim and seriously assaulted him, before making off towards Nicolson Square. The 20-year-old man was taken to hospital for treatment.
The suspect is described as white, of stocky build, around 6ft 2ins and aged between 25 and 32. At the time he was wearing a long black Nike coat, a black hoodie with his hood up, black trousers and dark coloured shoes.
Detectives are appealing for information following this serious city centre assault in Edinburgh. Detective Constable Gary Lipscombe said: “This incident left a man with serious injuries, and extensive enquiries are ongoing to trace the person responsible.
“We know that the area was very busy at the time and would encourage anyone who witnessed the incident and has yet to speak to officers to come forward.
“Anyone with information, or concerns, is asked to contact officers locally or call 101, quoting incident number 2461 of 16 January, 2026.
“Alternatively, information can be passed to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”