Police investigate vandalism at Edinburgh mosque

Author: Rachel Keenan, PA ScotlandPublished 19th Jan 2026

Police are investigating a report of vandalism at Edinburgh Central Mosque.

Police Scotland said it received a report of vandalism in the Potterow area of Edinburgh that was believed to have happened at about 9:30pm on Friday.

In a social media post on Saturday, Edinburgh Central Mosque said: "Last night, Edinburgh Central Mosque was targeted with hate graffiti.

"The incident has been reported to Police Scotland, and we will be co-operating fully with their investigation."

It continued: "Anyone with information relating to this incident is encouraged to contact Police Scotland directly."

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Around 12.25pm on Saturday January 17 we received a report of vandalism to a building in the Potterrow area of Edinburgh.

"It's believed the incident happened around 9.30pm on Friday January 16.

"Officers are carrying out inquiries to establish the full circumstances."

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