Police investigating ‘gang attacks’ in Edinburgh charge man, 24, in connection with wilful fireraising

It comes as police continue to investigate recent ‘gang attacks’ which saw windows being shot and properties set on fire.

Police in Edinburgh have arrested a 24-year-old man in connection with two wilful fireraising incidents in Albert Street and Milton Road East | Police Scotland

The two incidents took place on Thursday, March 6 and Sunday, March 16 in Albert Street and Milton Road East respectively.

The 24-year-old man has been charged for wilful fireraising and reset of a stolen vehicle. He is due to appear in Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Tuesday, April 8. A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.

Detective Superintendent Paul Grainger said: "I want to reassure the community that we are continuing to work on this investigation and this is just one of many arrests over the coming weeks. If you have any information that can assist our investigation, please get in touch."

Anyone with information that can assist ongoing enquiries should contact Police Scotland on 101.