Street fight victim ‘critical’

A MAN is in a critical condition in hospital after a fight between two men on one of Scotland’s busiest shopping streets.

The 53-year-old was found injured near the Johnnie Walker building at the west end of Princes Street in Edinburgh just after 8pm on Saturday.

He had suffered a serious head injury and was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. Staff there said he was in a critical condition.

Police have appealed for witnesses, saying it is ‘imperative’ they find whoever is responsible. A number of people are believed to have witnessed the fight and detectives are checking CCTV footage.

Detective Inspector Keith Fairbairn said: ‘Any small piece of information could prove vital in this investigation.’

Anyone with information has been asked to call Police Scotland on 101.