Emergency services, including bomb disposal experts, have been deployed to a residential street in Edinburgh after a suspicious item was reported. The incident is centered between Loganlea Avenue and Loganlea Drive, where a cordon has been established.
Police Respond to Suspicious Item Report
Police Scotland confirmed that Restalrig Avenue is closed between Loganlea Avenue and Loganlea Drive due to the report. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team is on site, and a precautionary cordon is in place. Members of the public are being advised to avoid the area.
According to eyewitnesses, residents have been asked to leave their homes as a safety measure. Photographs from the scene show police tape surrounding the housing estate and a road closure sign erected.
Public Urged to Stay Away
In a statement, Police Scotland said: "Restalrig Ave is closed between Loganlea Ave and Loganlea Drive due to a report of a potentially suspicious item. Emergency services and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) are in attendance. A cordon is in place as a precaution. The public is asked to avoid the area."
This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
