Second Edinburgh shooting amid investigation into ongoing 'gang war'

A second home has been shot at in Edinburgh in two days amid investigations into an ongoing gang war.

Police were called around 7.55am on Friday to a report of a firearm possibly being discharged at a property in West Pilton Bank in the city.

Officers are in attendance and there are no reports of any injuries.

Extensive enquiries are ongoing to establish the exact circumstances and a significant police presence will remain in the area.

Road closures are in place at West Pilton Road and Pennywell Road and police are asking people to avoid the area.

The incident comes after emergency services were called to Niddrie Marischal Crescent at around 3.05am on Thursday to another firearm being discharged.

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‘Targeted shooting’ of home may be linked to ongoing ‘gang war’

Emergency services were called to Niddrie Marischal Crescent at around 3.05am.

From investigations carried out so far, officers believe this was a targeted attack and extensive enquiries are ongoing.

Police believe the West Pilton Bank incident may be linked to groups who are actively targeting each other.

Detective Inspector Alison MacDonald said: “It is imperative that we trace whoever is responsible for this dangerous act as soon as possible. I would urgently appeal to anyone with information to please get in contact with us.

“We believe this incident may be linked to groups who are actively targeting each other and extensive enquiries are ongoing into this line of investigation.

“We have a dedicated team who are trawling CCTV footage and carrying out door-to-door enquiries.

“I would be keen to hear from anyone in area who has dash cam, private CCTV or doorbell footage from Thursday night into Friday morning.

“There will continue to be a police presence in the area while our investigation is ongoing.”

Superintendent Paul Gillespie said: “Thankfully no one was injured in this incident but I understand this will be very worrying for the people living in this community.

“Officers will remain the area and I would ask anyone with any concerns to speak to us.

“I want to reassure the local community we are fully committed to tracing the person responsible as soon as possible.

“If you have any information or footage that can assist our investigation, please get in touch.”

Anyone with any information can contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting 0562 of Friday, March 21, 2025 or alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.