Man sentenced for serious and organised crime offence in Edinburgh

A 25-year-old man has been sentenced to six years and nine months in prison following the recovery of a firearm in Edinburgh.

Liam McDermid plead guilty to a serious organised crime offence at the High Court in Edinburgh on Wednesday, 22 October, 2025.

The firearm was recovered from the Roseburn Path area of Edinburgh by officers investigating Operation Portaledge on Wednesday, 11 June 2025.

He was sentenced at the High Court in Edinburgh today, Thursday, 20 November, 2025.

Detective Chief Superintendent Dave Ferry, Specialist Crime Division, said: "Liam McDermid is now facing the consequences of his actions.

"I hope this sentence sends a message to those involved in serious criminality that we remain determined to bring you to justice.

"The recovery of the firearm formed part of a long and incredibly complex investigation, which remains ongoing, and involves a range of specialist officers working closely with our partners.

"This case also highlights Police Scotland's continued commitment to the Serious and Organised Crime Taskforce and its national strategy."

Operation Portaledge is the ongoing investigation into violent incidents in the East and West of the country.