Edinburgh man, 36, jailed for trying to kill older stranger
Terence Reilly randomly targeted his 63-year-old victim on Loaning Road in August 2023.
Last updated 14th Feb 2025
A 36-year-old man has been jailed for trying to kill a stranger in north east Edinburgh.
Terence Reilly randomly targeted his 63-year-old victim on Loaning Road on 6 August 2023.
He was sentenced to eight years behind bars at the High Court in Edinburgh after previously being found guilty of assault to severe injury, endangerment to life and attempted murder.
Detective Sergeant Sophie McWhinnie said: “This was a random attack on a stranger and Reilly now faces the consequences of his violent actions.
“His victim played a vital role in achieving this outcome and I would like to thank him for his support and hope that he can now begin to move on from this experience.
“Violence and endangering the lives of others will not be tolerated and we will rigorously pursue those responsible of such crimes and ensure they are brought to justice.
“We would like to thank the community for their assistance with this enquiry, particularly those who stopped at the time to help.”