Deliberate hit and run on Edinburgh street leaves man, 34, injured
Police are treating the case as attempted murder
Police are hunting a driver who it's believed deliberately knocked a man over before speeding off in Edinburgh.
A 34-year old man was injured when a black Vauxhall Corsa mounted the pavement on Restalrig Avenue on Friday.
He was taken to hospital with non life-threatening injuries and officers are treating the case as attempted murder.
Detective Inspector Jonny Wright, said: "Our enquiries so far suggest the car was deliberately driven at the man and we are seeking further information in relation to the matter.
"I would urge anyone who was in the area around 4.30pm on Friday afternoon and may have witnessed the incident or hold any information in relation to the incident to contact us.
"I would also ask anyone who may have seen a black Vauxhall Corsa car with collision damage since then to get in touch.
"Anyone with information can call 101, quoting incident 4357 of 27 August, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111".