Locals of Easthouses, Midlothian, were shocked to witness a huge police presence in the settlement yesterday, with residents taking to Facebook to voice their worries.
According to posts online and on Facebook group, Mayfield & Easthouses Community Council, up to five police vehicles, a dog search unit and police officers on quad bikes were seen in the area yesterday afternoon from approximately 4.30pm.
Residents alleged that both ends of the Roan's Dyke path were taped off with one Facebook user writing "Ever since that documentary that path has become a tourist shrine ffs."
Another added: "I really hope it's just coincidence as to where this is happening."
Someone else agreed: "In the four years I’ve lived back here I’ve never ever seen it so busy."
Officers have now confirmed that they are investigating an alleged assault.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Around 4.30pm on Sunday, 7 March, officers were called to an area between Newbattle and Mayfield following a report of an alleged assault.
"Enquiries are at an early stage as officers work to establish the full circumstances."
