Edinburgh Stabbing Spree: Armed Police Respond to Calder Knife Attack
Multiple people have reportedly been stabbed by a man roaming a neighbourhood with two large knives in Edinburgh's Calder area. Police have issued a stark warning to the public to avoid part of the city following urgent reports of a man with a bladed weapon. Locals say a number of individuals may have been injured in the violent incident, with an extensive emergency response mobilised since before 9am this morning.
Armed Police Deployed to Calder Incident
Armed police officers are currently at the scene in Calder, located in the west of Edinburgh. A formal statement from Police Scotland confirmed: 'The public is being advised to avoid the Calder area of Edinburgh following reports of a man with a bladed weapon. Police, including firearms officers, are in attendance.' This deployment underscores the severity of the situation, as authorities work to contain the threat and ensure public safety.
Eyewitness Accounts and Local Impact
William Ramsay, a resident in the affected area, provided chilling details, suggesting the armed man entered the stairwell of his building. He told Press Association: 'He smashed the local shop, possibly stabbed two people unconfirmed. Armed police, dogs been here for about two hours.' Pictures from the scene show at least six police vehicles stationed outside Cobbinshaw House, a prominent tower block of flats, alongside armed police officers maintaining a visible presence.
The disruption has extended beyond immediate safety concerns, with Lothian Buses announcing that its number 20 service is being diverted away from Calder until further notice. This measure aims to prevent public access to the area while the incident remains active.
This is a developing news story, and further updates are expected as police continue their operations and investigations into this alarming knife attack in Edinburgh.
