Edinburgh crime: Man, 20, left with 'serious injuries' after bus stop assault on bustling city centre street
The suspect made off after the attack.
A 20-year-old man was hospitalised with “serious injuries” after he was assaulted at a bus stop on a bustling street in Edinburgh’s city centre.
Police said the assault on Nicolson Street, a street popular with tourists and students, took place around 4.35pm on Friday.
They said the attacker approached the victim and seriously assaulted him before making off in the direction of Nicolson Square.
The suspect is described as white, of stocky build, around 6ft 2ins and aged between 25 and 32.
At the time he was wearing a long black Nike coat, a black hoodie with his hood up, black trousers and dark coloured shoes.
Police confirmed the 20-year-old man was taken to hospital for treatment.
Detective Constable Gary Lipscombe said: “This incident left a man with serious injuries, and extensive enquiries are ongoing to trace the person responsible.
“We know that the area was very busy at the time and would encourage anyone who witnessed the incident and has yet to speak to officers to come forward.
“Anyone with information, or concerns, is asked to contact officers locally or call 101, quoting incident number 2461 of 16 January, 2026.
“Alternatively, information can be passed to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
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