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Woman dies and man arrested after disturbance in Edinburgh

News imagePolice Scotland Vikki Soloman. She is wearing a pink top and is smiling at the camera. Police Scotland
Vikki Soloman was found with serious injuries and pronounced dead at the scene

A 44-year-old woman has died following a disturbance at a house in the East Craigs area of Edinburgh.

Emergency services were called to the property in Craigievar Square at about 20:45 on Monday.

The woman, who has been named by police as Vikki Soloman, was found with serious injuries and pronounced dead at the scene.

Police Scotland said a 46-year-old man had been arrested in connection with the incident and inquiries were ongoing.

News imageA female police officer stands outside a cordoned-off house.
Emergency services were called to a house in Craigievar Square on Monday evening

Det Insp Mark McGraw said: "Our thoughts and condolences are with Vikki's family, who have requested privacy at this difficult time."

He added a police presence would remain in the area while inquiries continue and to provide reassurance.