Edinburgh crime: Man, 40, charged over 'serious assault' on city centre street

A man was rushed to hospital after the alleged attack.

A 40-year-old man has been charged in connection with a serious assault in Edinburgh city centre.

The 40-year-old man is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Tuesdayplaceholder image
The 40-year-old man is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Tuesday | PA

The alleged assault happened on Clerk Street on August 12 . One man was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment.

The 40-year-old man is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Tuesday.

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