Man charged with attempted murder and possession of gun after 'shooting'

A 23-year-old man attended the hospital with a serious injury to his arm following the incident in July.

Man charged with attempted murder and possession of gun after ‘shooting’ in EdinburghAlan Simpson

A man has been charged with attempted murder after a 23-year-old was allegedly shot in Edinburgh.

Armed police were called to the Hailesland Gardens area following reports of a firearm being discharged around 3.40pm on July 24.

A 23-year-old man attended the hospital with a serious injury to his arm following the incident.

Police have now confirmed that a 25-year-old man has been charged in connection with attempted murder and possession of a gun.

He is due to appear in court on Friday.

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