Armed Police Arrest Man After Edinburgh Residential Shooting Injures One

Police in Edinburgh responded to reports of a firearm being discharged in the Hailesland Gardens area of Westerhailes on July 24, 2025, around 3:40 pm. A 23-year-old man was seriously injured, sustaining wounds to his arm, but his injuries were not life-threatening, and he was taken to the hospital for treatment. Armed specialist officers were deployed to the scene, which was locked down during the investigation. A 36-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the shooting, and police continue to carry out extensive inquiries. Authorities have maintained a presence in the area following the incident to ensure public safety. The ongoing investigation aims to gather more details about the circumstances surrounding the discharge of the firearm.