Three teenagers seriously injured in horror early hours crash on A71 near Edinburgh

Three teenagers have been seriously injured in a horror crash in Edinburgh - with one left fighting for his life in hospital.

Emergency services were called to the A71 at around 4.20am on Sunday, March 15, following reports of a blue Renault Wind having crashed near to the junction with Addiston Farm Road.

The road was closed while investigations were carried out, with drivers having been urged to avoid the area. Multiple bus services were also diverted.

The driver and two passengers, all 18-year-old boys, were taken to Edinburgh’s Royal Infirmary for treatment. One passenger’s condition is described as critical while the other two boys are said to be in a serious condition.

Emergency services were called to the A71 at around 4.20am on Sunday, March 15, following reports of a serious crash.placeholder image
Emergency services were called to the A71 at around 4.20am on Sunday, March 15, following reports of a serious crash. | Google Maps

Police Scotland is now appealing to witnesses or anyone with information about the crash to come forward.

Sergeant Grant Hastie said: "Enquiries are ongoing to establish the exact circumstances surrounding this serious crash.

"We are urging any witnesses or anyone with information to come forward. If you were in the area around the time and saw anything that may be relevant, please contact us.

"In addition, anyone with dash-cam footage is asked to get in touch."

Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference number 0639 of March 15.

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