Edinburgh Calder Area Sealed Off as Armed Police Respond to Knife Incident
Armed police have locked down a neighbourhood in Edinburgh following reports of a man with knives, leading to a major emergency response in the Scottish capital. The incident occurred on Monday morning, with two people injured and transported to hospital for treatment.
Police Contain Disturbance, Urge Public to Avoid Calder
Emergency crews, including firearms officers, were deployed to the Calder area of Edinburgh after police received reports of a man with a bladed weapon. Police Scotland Chief Inspector Scott Kennedy confirmed that the disturbance has been contained and there is no wider risk to the public. The incident is not being treated as terror-related.
Chief Inspector Kennedy stated: "Officers were called to reports of a man with a bladed weapon on Calder Gardens around 8.25am. Specialist resources, including firearms officers, are in attendance at a property nearby and enquiries are ongoing."
Injuries and Hospitalisations Reported
Two individuals sustained injuries during the incident and were taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for medical care. The Scottish Ambulance Service has confirmed that it transported both patients to the hospital. Their conditions have not been disclosed at this time.
School Closures and Council Response
Following police advice, Edinburgh Council closed all nearby council buildings, including schools and early years centres, to the public. A council spokesperson said they were aware of the ongoing incident and were supporting police efforts. The council expressed hope to reopen these facilities shortly and is keeping parents and local residents updated.
Key developments from the incident include:
- Armed police lockdown in the Calder neighbourhood of Edinburgh.
- Two people injured and hospitalised at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.
- Footage showed a man appearing to carry two knives near the scene.
- Nearby schools and council buildings closed as a precaution.
- Police confirm the incident is contained and not terror-related.
The public has been advised to avoid the Calder area while police continue their investigations. The situation remains ongoing, with authorities working to resolve the incident safely.
