Four teenagers have been arrested following Bonfire Night disorder where fireworks and projectiles were thrown at police officers, members of the public and buses.
Three males – two aged 17 and one aged 16 – were charged in connection with disturbances on Calder Road, Edinburgh.
The 16-year-old was charged on Tuesday, November 12, whilst the two 17-year-olds were charged the following day.
They will appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Tuesday, December 3.
Four teenagers arrested after fireworks and projectiles thrown at police in Bonfire Night chaosPolice ScotlandPolice have confirmed that a total of 13 people have now been charged in connection with the disorder.
Five homes have been searched and two vehicles seized as part of investigations into offences that took place between Halloween and Bonfire Night.
A 15-year-old male was also arrested following separate incidents on Captain’s Road, where projectiles were thrown at Public Order Officers.
He will appear in court on an undertaking at a later date.
Fireworks launched at policeGB NewsPolice have warned that further arrests are expected as their inquiries continue.
Chief Superintendent David Robertson, Divisional Commander for Edinburgh, said: “We want the arrests made so far to provide reassurance to our communities that we are committed to bringing all those responsible for the crimes that took place to justice.”
He added: “Equally, they should serve as a very real reminder to everyone who was involved that we are actively pursuing them, and they can expect a visit from us imminently.”
Police say they have “excellent CCTV footage” and other evidence still to examine from both Halloween and Bonfire Night.
Members of the public can submit video or photographic evidence to the police via https://mipp.police.uk/operation/SCOT24S16-PO1.