Two men left seriously injured in early morning attack

The men were taken to hospital where medical staff describe their condition as serious.

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Two men have been left seriously injured following a disturbance in the early hours of the morning.

The incident took place on Edinburgh’s Granton Square at around 1.1am on Saturday.

Emergency services attended and the injured men, aged 19 and 21, were taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary for treatment.

Police are now looking for witnesses in a bid to establish the circumstances of the incident.

Detective Sergeant Dougal Begg, said: “These men received serious injuries and therefore it is imperative that we establish exactly how they came about them.

“We are currently carrying out enquiries into the matter, however would appeal for anyone with any information to come forward.

“Passing taxi’s or private hire vehicles that were in the area may also have dash-cam footage that could be vital in our enquiry.

“We would urge you to get in touch.”

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