Man arrested and charged in connection with death of woman in Edinburgh

A 55-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the death of a woman in Edinburgh.

Around 1am on Thursday, 28 August, 2025, we were called to a report of a disturbance at a property on Restalrig Avenue in the city.

Emergency services attended and a 43-year-old woman was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment, where she died a short time later.

Her next of kin are aware and are being supported by specialist officers.

She can now be named as Ndata Bobb.

The man was taken to St John’s Hospital for treatment. He has since been arrested and charged in connection with the death and is expected to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday, 1 September, 2025.

Detective Inspector Kevin Tait said: "Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Ndata at this extremely difficult time.

"Our investigation remains ongoing, however we are not looking for anyone else in connection with Ndata’s death.

“This is a shocking incident and I would urge anyone with any concerns, or information, to contact police."