A search operation has been launched after a pile of clothes was discovered at a beach in Edinburgh.
Officers and coastguard crews are searching the River Forth after clothing was found on the nearby Silverknowes Beach around 12.53pm on Sunday.
Coastguard teams from South Queensferry, Leven and Fisherrow have been deployed to the area east of Crammond Village.
RNLI lifeboats from South Queensferry and Kinghorn have also been dispatched to assist with the operation.
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The search is still ongoing.
A spokesperson from HM Coastguard said: “At 12.53pm today, HM Coastguard received reports of unattended clothing east of Crammond Village, near to Edinburgh, Scotland.
“Coastguard Rescue Teams from South Queensferry, Leven and Fisherrow were called to conduct a search, alongside RNLI lifeboats from South Queensferry and Kinghorn.
“Police Scotland have also been informed and the incident remains ongoing.”
The South Queensferry Coastguard added: “Our team have been out searching the coastline around Silverknowes Beach in Edinburgh this afternoon after a set of clothes was located on the shoreline close to the Boardwalk Beach Cafe.
“We are seeking any information if any members of the public may have seen anyone wearing the clothes pictured in this area around noon today.
“If you have any information in relation to this incident please call 999 and ask for Coastguard.”
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