Man who died after being found injured named as teen charged

A man who died after being found injured on a street in Edinburgh has been named by police.

John McNab died after being found injured on Great Junction Street at Bonnington Road around 2.10am on Tuesday.

Emergency services attended and the 22-year-old died at the scene.

Police said specialist officers are continuing to provide support to his family.

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On Wednesday morning, the force confirmed a 16-year-old boy had been arrested and charged in connection with the death.

He is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Thursday.

Police Scotland is urging anyone with information regarding the death to come forward.

Detective inspector Kevin Tait, of the Major Investigations Team, said: “I would like to extend my sympathies to John’s family and friends at this very difficult time.

“Enquiries are continuing to establish the full circumstances and anyone with information should contact the inquiry team through 101, quoting reference number 0239 of Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

“Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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