Police Scotland has launched a major investigation following the death of a man after an alleged stabbing incident in South Queensferry early Friday morning. Emergency services were called to Morison Gardens at approximately 6:10 a.m. on May 22 after reports that a man had been attacked in the residential area.
Despite efforts by paramedics to save him, a 54-year-old man was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities later confirmed that a 58-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident, and investigations into the circumstances surrounding the death remain ongoing.
Police Scotland stated that the death is currently being treated as suspicious. A post-mortem examination is expected to take place as investigators continue working to establish the full details of what occurred. Officers have maintained a large police cordon around Morison Gardens throughout the day, while nearby Stewart Terrace has also been partially closed to allow forensic teams to carry out their investigation.
Witnesses reported seeing a significant emergency response shortly after dawn, including multiple police vehicles, forensic officers, and specialist teams arriving in the area. Images from the scene showed officers in white forensic suits searching a property while investigators examined the surrounding neighborhood. A blue forensic tent was erected in the front garden of one home as police continued collecting evidence.
Officers were also seen conducting searches in nearby wooded areas as part of the ongoing investigation. Residents described a heavy police presence throughout the morning, with uniformed officers guarding the scene behind police tape while detectives carried out inquiries.
One local resident reportedly told media outlets that the victim was discovered by a neighbor who had been leaving for work. According to the witness, the neighbor attempted CPR before emergency responders arrived, but sadly the man could not be saved.
The incident has left the local community shocked and deeply unsettled, with many residents expressing sadness over the tragedy unfolding in what they described as a normally quiet residential area. Community members have been urged to avoid speculation while police continue their inquiries.
Authorities are appealing to anyone who may have information about the incident or who may have seen suspicious activity in the area to contact Police Scotland. Investigators continue working to determine the events leading up to the fatal incident as the community awaits further updates.