Five men and one woman have been arrested in connection with the reported abduction of a man in Edinburgh.<\/p>\n
Around 10.30pm on Thursday, August, 13, police said officers received a report that a man had been abducted in the Canonmills area of the city.<\/p>\n
A 22-year-old man was later traced in the Longniddry area on Friday, August 14, and taken to hospital as a precaution.<\/p>\n
Five men aged 21, 21, 22, 23 and 45 and a 40-year-old woman have been arrested and extensive enquiries remain ongoing, Police Scotland said.<\/p>\n
The force also said that officers believe the incident was "targeted" and there is no risk to the wider public.<\/p>\n
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The A198 remains closed between Coal Road and the junction for Cunningham Court and a diversion is in place.<\/p>\n
Detective Inspector Robbie Wallace said: "We understand an incident of this nature will be concerning but please be assured our enquiries are ongoing.<\/p>\n
"Police will remain in the Longniddry area while this investigation continues and anyone with any concerns, or information, can approach these officers."<\/p>\n
Anyone with any information or concerns can contact police on 101, quoting incident 3944 of Thursday, 13 August, 2026.<\/p>\n