Man arrested in connection with assault after death in Edinburgh

A 43-year-old man has been arrested in connection with assault following the death of a man in Edinburgh.

Officers were called to Westfield Road in the city around 12.55pm on Friday, 7 June following concern for a man within a property.

The 53-year-old was subsequently pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin are aware.

Detective Inspector David McAlinden said: “Our enquiries remain ongoing but we are treating this as a contained incident.

“Westfield Road has been closed to allow for investigations to be carried out in the area.

“We know this has had a significant impact on the local community and wider public so we would like to thank them for their patience and understanding.”