Teenager in hospital after being 'stabbed' at Portobello Beach

A 16-year-old was arrested in connection with assault while a 14-year-old was charged in connection with possession of a weapon.

Teenager in hospital after being ‘stabbed’ at Portobello BeachiStock

A teenage boy is in hospital following reports of a stabbing in Edinburgh.

Armed police and paramedics raced to Portobello Beach following a large-scale disturbance at around 7.40pm on Friday May 16.

A 16-year-old was arrested in connection with an alleged assault, while a 14-year-old was charged in connection with possession of a weapon.

A 17-year-old boy was found injured and taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary for treatment to injuries.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 7.40pm on Friday, 16 May, 2025 we were called to a report of a large scale disturbance on Portobello beach, Edinburgh.

“Emergency services attended and a 17-year-old man was taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary for treatment to injuries.

“A 16-year-old was arrested in connection with assault and enquiries are ongoing.

“A 14-year-old was charged in connection with possession of a weapon.  A report will be sent to the relevant authorities.”

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