Man Arrested After 40-Year-Old Male Found Dead In Edinburgh

A man has been detained in connection with the death of a 40-year-old man yesterday.

It’s understood the victim had suffered stab wounds and was taken to hospital with critical injuries and later died.

Police found the victim after they were called to a house in Auldcoal Grove, Bonnyrigg at around 4pm.

Detectives have appealed for anyone with information to contact them on 101.

A spokeswoman said: “Police have detained a man in connection with the death of a man in Bonnyrigg.

“Officers attended a house in Auldcoal Grove, Bonnyrigg to reports of a disturbance. A 40-year-old man had sustained serious injuries and was taken to Edinburgh’s Royal Infirmary where he sadly died.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Police.”