A man is in a critical condition in hospital after being attacked in Edinburgh on New Year's Day.

Police Scotland said the man in his 30s sustained severe injuries following a "disturbance" in Great Junction Street in Leith at 2am.

A force spokesman said: "Police were called to Great Junction Street at around 2am in response to reports of a disturbance.

"A man in his 30s was taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary with serious injuries and he is currently in a critical condition.

"Officers are carrying out inquiries in Leith and are following a positive line of inquiry."

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call police on 101 or alternatively the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where information can be given in confidence.