Four in hospital after bare-chested man with weapon roams around Edinburgh

A bare-chested man armed with a weapon caused significant disorder in Edinburgh, damaging property and injuring four people. Police have arrested the suspect and confirmed there is no further threat to the public.
Why it matters
This incident highlights a serious public safety event in a major city, raising concerns about urban security and emergency response.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Mary McCool BBC Scotland BBC Footage posted on social media showed a man carrying a large weapon Four people have been taken to hospital after a bare-chested man was seen roaming the streets of Edinburgh carrying a large weapon.
The article provides a factual report of a police incident based on witness accounts and official statements.
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