John McNab, 22, was found injured on Great Junction Street, at Bonnington Road, at around 2.10am on Tuesday.
21:22, 03 Sep 2025Updated 21:27, 03 Sep 2025
John McNab(Image: Police Scotland)
A teenager has been arrested and charged following the death of a man in Edinburgh.
John McNab, 22, was found injured on Great Junction Street, at Bonnington Road, at around 2.10am on Tuesday. Ambulance crews attended but John sadly died at the scene.
A 16-year-old male has now been arrested and charged in connection with the death. He is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Thursday, September 4.
Devastated loved ones said John was the “life and soul of his family” in moving tributes posted on social media.
His cousin Khloe Nicholson wrote: “The news none of us have ever expected, don’t even have words right now. Heartbroken doesn’t even compare to what we as a family are feeling.
John McNab.(Image: Facebook.)
“My darling baby cousin. A life taken far too soon. You were the life and soul of our family and you brought the biggest smile to each and everyone of our faces without fail, I will forever treasure the memories we have especially of our dancing and the most horrendous singing.
“The most precious angel in the sky. God only takes the best and that’s exactly what you were! Our darling boy wee John. Forever 22. Fly so high up there with grandad. I love you forever and a day baby cuz.”
Another cousin, Tamara Nicholson, added: “The most devastating news no one ever wanted to hear. We lost the most beautiful soul this morning I have no words to describe how I feel right now, everyone’s world has been turned upside down.
“You were the most kindest and most loving person ever. I hope your having a beer up there with grandad. I’ll love and miss you forever big cuz.”
Forensic officers next to a tent within the cordon.(Image: Reach PLC.)
Friends hailed the young man as “one in a million” and “the loveliest boy ever”.
Forensic officers were seen combing the street on Tuesday. A blur tent was also erected in the middle of the police cordon.
Specialist officers are continuing to provide support to his loved ones.
Detective Inspector Kevin Tait, of the Major Investigations Team, said: “I would like to extend my sympathies to John’s family and friends at this very difficult time.
“Enquiries are continuing to establish the full circumstances and anyone with information should contact the inquiry team through 101, quoting reference number 0239 of Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
“Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.”