A teenager from Edinburgh has been charged in connection with a racially aggravated assault in the city centre of the capital on Friday night.
The 15-year-old girl, who cannot be identified for legal reasons, has been charged in connection with the incident on Friday, October 8.
The incident happened shortly after 9pm on Leith Street, in the city centre of the capital on October 8.
A report will be submitted to the youth justice authorities.
Chief Inspector Clark Martin said: ““Racism and discrimination of any kind is unacceptable and has no place in our society and we thoroughly investigate all incidents which are reported to us.
“We also work closely with a range of partner agencies, including universities and students organisations, to ensure students and young people feel safe in our city.
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“We will be carrying out additional patrols in Edinburgh city centre to reassure people and to address any concerns. These patrols will be carried out with a specific focus on youth disorder.”
