Cops have launched an urgent investigation after a 35-year-old man was found seriously injured in Edinburgh yesterday afternoon.
The man was found by a member of the public in Wester Drylaw Drive around 3.45pm on Tuesday after the serious assault.
He was rushed to hospital and is currently being treated for head, leg and arm injuries.
The Record understands he suffered stab wounds.
The motive behind the attack is not yet known and officers do not know if the victim was attacked by a group of people or a single person.
It is believed a rear garden of one of the properties on Wester Drylaw Drive is the location of the assault.
Officer are currently carrying out door-to-door enquiries to establish what happened and are urging around with information to get in touch.
There will be increased patrols in the area as investigations continue.
Detective Inspector Bob Campbell said: “The motive for this attack is unknown and we are still working to establish exactly what has happened.
" It’s clear from the man’s injuries that he has been assaulted and we need to find out who is responsible and why.
"I am appealing to members of the public who were in the area around the time of the incident to contact us.
"I would also ask motorists with dash cams to check their footage as they may have captured images which would assist our investigation.”
Chief Inspector Sarah Taylor added: “I know there will be concerns around this incident and I would like to reassure local residents that we will have additional officers on patrol.
"It is imperative we trace whoever is responsible for this attack and we can do that with the support and co-operation of local people, so I would urge anyone with information to get in touch with us.”
Anyone with information is being urged to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 1880 of 9 March 2021.
Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.
