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Police investigate masked attacks posted on social media

Police have launched an investigation into two vandal attacks in Edinburgh where buildings were spray painted and windows smashed.

The incidents happened at offices belonging to security company Securitas and aerospace firm Leonardo UK.

Footage has been posted on social media of an unknown group wearing balaclavas smashing windows and desks with hammers and spray painting walls.

Police Scotland said the incidents happened early on Sunday morning.

A post on X – formerly Twitter – suggested Leonardo UK was targeted because it manufactured equipment for the Israeli armed forces.

A Leonardo UK spokesman told BBC Scotland: “Leonardo UK is subject to UK government export controls and does not supply equipment direct to Israel.

“Our main customer is the UK Armed Forces and we are proud to manufacture technology that supports our service personnel and helps to keep them safe.”

Securitas has been asked for comment.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “An investigation is under way following two reports of vandalism in Edinburgh on Sunday.

“Officers were contacted around 01:50 to a report of red paint being sprayed on to a building in Crewe Road North.

“A second incident of windows being smashed at a property in Cliftonhall Industrial Estate was received around 03:00 on Sunday.

“Inquiries are ongoing to identify those responsible.”


BBC News

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