Man Sentenced for Attempted Murder in Edinburgh

0:00A 29-year-old man named Josh Reynolds just got hit with a nine-year-and-five-month prison sentence for attempted murder in Edinburgh. He deliberately drove a Persial Partner van into another 29-year-old guy on Preston Field Avenue around 9.40pm on Friday, September 26, 2025. The victim ended up with life-fretting injuries and was rushed to the royal infirmary of Edinburgh for emergency treatment. Reynolds had already pleaded guilty back on March 20th at the High Court there. These are hailing the verdict as justice served for what they call a serious and deliberate attack that nearly took a young life. Folks in the community help with the investigation and officers were tired to make sure it stuck. On top of jail time, the judge banned Reynolds from driving for 13 years to keep roads safer. This case shows how authorities are cracking down on street violence. With Reynolds locked up and off the streets, Edinburgh can breathe a bit easier knowing threats like this face real consequences. Stay informed with Edinburgh News Today, AI-powered updates.

1:01I'm Corey with The Story.