Armed man attempts to break into nursery and primary school
A crazed man armed with two large, blood-soaked knives tried to force his way into Sighthill Primary School and Early Years Centre in Edinburgh at around 8.25am today. Witnesses say the blades were taped to his hands as he lurked in the school grounds in the Calder area.
Local resident Abigail Clegg told the Press Association: “He tried to get into the school, the nursery,” but was quickly chased off by staff and locals. He then stormed into a nearby shop, ransacking it in a violent frenzy.
Knife rampage injures at least two – shops shut down
Eyewitnesses reported the man prowled the school playground and caused chaos in the Calder Park shop, wrecking the place. A woman who wished to remain anonymous said: “The shops are all closed down now.”
One brave local reportedly confronted the man with a metal bar after seeing him brandish the bloodied weapons.
Police rule out terror link – investigation ongoing
Chief Inspector Scott Kennedy of Police Scotland confirmed the situation is contained and not terror-related. The City of Edinburgh Council ordered the closure of all nearby council buildings, schools, and early years centres on police advice, though they aim to reopen soon.
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Officers continue investigating and urge anyone with information to contact the police at the scene or call 101.
