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23/07/2008
Man Stabbed In 'Unprovoked' Attack in Edinburgh
A murder inquiry has been launched after a man was stabbed to death in Edinburgh.
It took place in front of his girlfriend and her two young children and while he was walking his dog.
The 23-year-old, who has not been named, was attacked by three men in Wardieburn Street West, Granton.
Lothian and Borders Police say the victim suffered fatal injuries during a disturbance between a group of men at around 10.30pm on Tuesday.
It is understood the man had been out for a walk with his girlfriend who was pushing a buggy at the time.
A police spokesman said: "It was a relatively mild evening last night and we believe that there were a number of people who were in the area at around the time of the disturbance."
Police say the attack was unprovoked.
Anyone who witnessed what happened, or who has any other information that can help our enquiries, should contact police as soon as possible."
The case will be lead by Detective Chief Inspector Linda Little.
Anyone with information is asked to call 0131311 3131.
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It took place in front of his girlfriend and her two young children and while he was walking his dog.
The 23-year-old, who has not been named, was attacked by three men in Wardieburn Street West, Granton.
Lothian and Borders Police say the victim suffered fatal injuries during a disturbance between a group of men at around 10.30pm on Tuesday.
It is understood the man had been out for a walk with his girlfriend who was pushing a buggy at the time.
A police spokesman said: "It was a relatively mild evening last night and we believe that there were a number of people who were in the area at around the time of the disturbance."
Police say the attack was unprovoked.
Anyone who witnessed what happened, or who has any other information that can help our enquiries, should contact police as soon as possible."
The case will be lead by Detective Chief Inspector Linda Little.
Anyone with information is asked to call 0131311 3131.
(DS)
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