Cara Blackhall

Edinburgh couple William Anderson and Karla Byrne survived after their car was struck by a BMW on the A14 near Bythorn, spun through a fence and plunged into an 8ft ditch. Both suffered minor injuries, although Byrne later required hospital treatment for severe abdominal pain. The couple remain traumatised by the crash and fear what might have happened to their children. BMW driver Abayomi Iluyomade was arrested and charged with drink-driving; he was released on bail to appear at Peterborough Magistrates’ Court on 7 September.

A young man was filmed taking a food order from an Uber Eats bike on Edinburgh’s South Bridge, prompting renewed attention to safety issues faced by delivery workers in the city. The incident unfolded near Pepe’s Piri Piri on Sunday night and follows previously reported concerns, including riders experiencing assaults, accidents and thefts. Police Scotland has not confirmed whether the theft was reported, though earlier statements highlighted frequent criminal targeting of gig workers.

Police launched an investigation after a man was found dead in the garden of a property near Corstorphine High Street in Edinburgh. Emergency services responded around 11am, and officers remained at the scene for several hours while enquiries continued. Police Scotland stated that efforts are underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the death.

A 47-year-old Edinburgh woman, Lisa Paul, who previously survived breast cancer, has been diagnosed with aggressive stage-four cervical cancer and given only months to live. After chemotherapy failed and no further NHS treatments are available, her friends and family have launched a fundraising effort to pursue advanced treatments abroad, including in Germany. She expresses determination to keep fighting and gratitude for the support surrounding her while hoping for clinical trial opportunities to extend her life.

A cat owner in Edinburgh reported that her pet, Miguel, was abused by a group of teenagers who swung him around, threw him into a bush, and stuck gum to his fur. The incident occurred on Broomhouse Crescent and was reported to Police Scotland, who have begun inquiries. The cat has since become fearful of going outdoors, and the owner is calling for stronger action to address animal cruelty.