Drum Brae Drive in Edinburgh reopens eight hours after armed police lockdown
An Edinburgh street which was locked down by armed police for around eight hours has now reopened.
Emergency services swooped on Drum Brae Drive in Clermiston at around 9.45am on Tuesday, January 13, with armed police having been seen in the area.
The road and a nearby lane were taped off with multiple police vehicles and officers having remained at the scene throughout the day.
The residential street was closed for eight hours, having reopened shortly before 6pm.
A 44-year-old man was taken to hospital but the extent of his injuries is currently unknown.
Speaking earlier today, a Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 9.45 am on Tuesday, 13 January, we received a report of a man injured in the Drum Brae Drive area of Edinburgh.
“Emergency services attended and a 44-year-old man was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment.
“Officers are in attendance and enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.”
Lothian Buses diverted multiple bus services due to the road closure. The number 1, 17, 21 and 26 services were affected but normal service has now resumed.