A 16-YEAR-OLD boy is in hospital after being chased and stabbed by a gang.
Police Scotland said the teenager was attacked by a group of males on Stenhouse Avenue West in Edinburgh at around 9pm on Sunday.
The emergency services attended and he was taken to hospital.
Officers have been carrying out door-to-door inquiries and are collecting CCTV footage from the area.
Detective Sergeant Kim Tennant said: “The motive for this attack is unknown and it’s imperative we trace those responsible.
“We have been made aware of potential footage of this incident circulating online. If anyone has seen this footage, please get in touch.
“If you have doorbell recording equipment or dash cams, please check the footage as it could have captured vital images which could assist us in identifying those responsible for this attack.”
Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3168 of Sunday December 22 or to call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.
