Mystery over body found in street

The death of a man whose body was found in an Edinburgh street is being treated as “unexplained” by police.

The 67-year-old was discovered yesterday morning in Gillespie Crescent, Polwarth. Police have appealed for anyone who was in the area early in the morning to contact them. In the meantime, they have not released the man’s name.

A Lothian and Borders police spokesman said: ““Inquiries are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the death, which is currently being treated as unexplained.

“Anyone with information is asked the contact the police.” immediately”.