Anthony Brown convicted of violent offence in Edinburgh

A 50-year-old man has been convicted following a violent offence in Edinburgh.

Anthony Brown pleaded guilty at the High Court in Glasgow on Tuesday, 14 April, 2026, to assault to severe injury, permanent disfigurement and danger of life.

Officers were made aware of the attempted murder of a 54-year-old man on Pitcairn Grove in Edinburgh around 9.20pm on Thursday, 22 May, 2025.

Brown was arrested and charged in connection with the incident on Friday, 4 July, 2025, following the execution of a warrant.

Detective Chief Superintendent Dave Ferry, Specialist Crime Division, said: "Another individual has been convicted in relation to this violent incident.

"This conviction is testament to the hard work and dedication by detectives, specialist officers and partners across the country.

"Police Scotland remains committed 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.