Seven men charged over attack outside bar

SEVEN men have been arrested and charged in connection with an attack on a trio of victims outside a Grassmarket pub.

Two men aged 26 and 39 suffered minor injuries while a 50-year-old man was struck in the face and temporarily knocked unconscious.

The suspects fled the scene following the incident outside Bar Salsa at 7:15pm on Saturday before police and an ambulance arrived. The three injured men were taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary for treatment.

Three men, aged 18, 21 and 25, were arrested yesterday and are set to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday.

Four other men charged earlier this week appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Tuesday. Two of the men, aged 21 and 20, were remanded in custody while the other two, aged 15 and 23, were released on bail. A police spokesman said: "We are delighted to have these men in custody and are grateful to the public for their support and assistance so far.

"We are still keen to trace the female who was caught up in the disturbance after assisting one of the injured men and would ask her to contact police immediately.

"Similarly, anyone with information that can assist with our inquiries should also come forward."