Man appears in court following 'stabbing' on Edinburgh street

Emergency services were called to London Road at around 8.40am on Sunday morning following reports of a disturbance.

Man appears in court following ‘stabbing’ on Edinburgh streetiStock

A man has appeared in court over an alleged stabbing in Edinburgh.

Emergency services were called to London Road at around 8.40am on Sunday morning following reports of a disturbance.

Medical crews transported a man to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment.

On Monday, Gary Welsh appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court charged with assault to injury, carrying a bladed weapon in a public place and producing a controlled drug.

The 30-year-old made no plea and he is due to appear in court again on Tuesday, where a decision on bail will be made.

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Last updated Nov 17th, 2025 at 18:59

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