Two men arrested amid ongoing investigation into 'gang war'

Two men have been charged in connection with an ongoing gang war which has spread across Scotland’s two largest cities.

The criminal feud ignited after two homes were targeted by gunmen on Edinburgh’s Niddrie Marischal Crescent and West Pilton Bank within 24 hours in March.

On Friday, a 41-year-old man was charged in connection with two alleged deliberate property fires on Hay Drive in the capital.

He was due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Tuesday.

A 24-year-old man was also charged in Edinburgh for a breach of bail on Friday and appeared in Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday.

Detective Chief Superintendent David Ferry said: “I want to make it clear that we will not stop until we bring those responsible for this criminality to justice.

“Local officers continue to reassure the public with intelligence-led patrols to disrupt the activities of criminals in our communities.

“The support of our communities is absolutely vital when it comes to tackling serious organised crime, preventing violence and getting justice for victims. Your information really can make a difference.

“If you know anything about who is responsible for these dangerous and abhorrent acts, please do the right thing and speak to us.”

Those with information are asked to contact Police Scotland via 101 quoting incident number 0562 of Friday, March 21, 2025.

People wishing to remain anonymous can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.