{"id":88199,"date":"2025-05-09T19:55:18","date_gmt":"2025-05-09T19:55:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/88199\/"},"modified":"2025-05-09T19:55:18","modified_gmt":"2025-05-09T19:55:18","slug":"edinburgh-firebomb-cops-hunt-three-suspects-and-black-getaway-car-after-kingpins-pal-targeted","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/88199\/","title":{"rendered":"Edinburgh firebomb cops hunt three suspects and black getaway car after kingpin&#8217;s pal targeted"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Two motors at the home of mob boss Mark Richardson&#8217;s pal David McMillan were targeted yesterday afternoon.<\/p>\n<p>15:33, 09 May 2025Updated 15:56, 09 May 2025<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Police are hunting three suspects who fled the scene of an <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/news\/scottish-news\/hooded-firebomb-thug-seen-running-35197431\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Edinburgh gangland firebomb attack Link opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Edinburgh gangland firebomb attack <\/a>in a black hatchback car.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">A white defender was one of two motors torched on the driveway of <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/news\/scottish-news\/car-firebombed-plush-home-gangster-35195873\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">gangster Mark Richardon&#8217;s close pal<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">The <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/news\/crime\/\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">blaze<\/a> took place at David McMillan&#8217;s plush Edinburgh property in the city on Thursday at around 6.30pm.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">No one was<a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/news\/scottish-news\/hooded-firebomb-thug-seen-running-35197431\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" injured in the fire.Link opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\"> injured in the fire.<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Detectives say the three suspects fled along <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/all-about\/edinburgh\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Greenbank Drive.Link opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Greenbank Drive.<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Now CID are asking for the public&#8217;s help after the latest terrifying blaze attack in Scotland&#8217;s <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/all-about\/edinburgh\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"gangland wars.Link opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">gangland wars.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/0_Image-09-05-2025-at-1005jpeg.jpg\" alt=\"A thug was captured running from the driveway\" loading=\"lazy\"  \/>A thug was captured running from the driveway(Image: Video Grab)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">They are also keen to trace a <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/all-about\/edinburgh\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"dog walker Link opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">dog walker <\/a>who may have witnessed the attackers leaving the area.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Detective Superintendent Paul Grainger said: \u201cThis was a reckless act which has resulted in <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/all-about\/edinburgh\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"significant fire damageLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">significant fire damage<\/a> to the vehicles. We believe this was a targeted attack and it is fortunate that no one was injured.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">\u201cI am directly appealing to a <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/all-about\/edinburgh\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"dog walkerLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">dog walker<\/a> who was in the area at the time and may have seen the suspects leaving the area. If this was you, or you can help us trace this person, please get in touch with officers.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/0_Screenshot-2025-05-09-at-115112JPG.jpg\" alt=\"The motor was set ablaze in a gangland attack\" loading=\"lazy\"  \/>The motor was set ablaze in a gangland attack(Image: Video Grab)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">\u201cEqually anyone with any information that can assist our inquiries should contact<a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/all-about\/edinburgh\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" police Link opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\"> police <\/a>as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">&#8220;Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland via 101 quoting incident number 3400 of Thursday, 8 May, 2025. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">We told how disturbing footage released earlier today showed a hooded thug running from the scene.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/1744442896_526_0_WACOMMUNITYQR2.png\" alt=\"\"  \/>Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community!<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">You&#8217;ll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">All you have to do is <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/chat.whatsapp.com\/BZamc48XMaoEqKkIN7GWxV\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">click here if you&#8217;re on mobile<\/strong><\/a>, select &#8216;Join Community&#8217; and you&#8217;re in!<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">If you&#8217;re on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click &#8216;Join Community&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don\u2019t like our community, you can check out any time you like.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose &#8216;exit group&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">If you\u2019re curious, you can read our <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/privacy-notice\/\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Privacy Notice.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/0_CMP_SDR_090525PitcairnGroveBurntCarGV_003JPG.jpg\" alt=\"Images from the scene show the melted motor in the driveway\" loading=\"lazy\"  \/>Images from the scene show the melted motor in the driveway(Image: Daily Record)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">The clip shows a man wearing a black balaclava and black jacket running from the scene as the motor bursts into flames. The disturbing footage was set to the song<a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/all-about\/organised-crime\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" &#039;Liar Liar&#039; by Avicii Link opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\"> &#8216;Liar Liar&#8217; by Avicii <\/a>and released by Mr Big&#8217;s enforcers Tamo Junto, a faceless group who have claimed responsibility for a wave of gangland attacks.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">A source said: &#8220;The family were in their back garden having a barbecue when the <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/all-about\/organised-crime\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"car was set on fire.Link opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">car was set on fire.<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">\u201cYou can see the <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/all-about\/organised-crime\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"guy who torched the carLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">guy who torched the car<\/a> running away.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Images from the scene show the melted <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/all-about\/organised-crime\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"luxury motor iLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">luxury motor i<\/a>n the driveway.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1_CMP_SDR_230421DavidMcMillanEdinburghHC_01JPGj.jpg\" alt=\"David McMIllan\" loading=\"lazy\"  \/>David McMIllan<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">It comes weeks after the home was also <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/news\/crime\/\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">targeted<\/a> on April 17. David McMillan&#8217;s house &#8211; which had children sleeping inside &#8211; was targeted by two masked thugs who set the front door on fire before fleeing.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">The attack happened on the six year anniversary of the <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/news\/crime\/\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">assassination<\/a> of Trainspotting T2 star Bradley Welsh who was pals with McMillan, 54.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">The attack is the latest in a series of incidents across the country that are being probed amid a gangland turf war.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Cops have now made 31 arrests in connection to the ongoing feud that started in Edinburgh in March after a &#8220;Mr Big&#8221; gangster based in Dubai had a stash of cocaine swiped by cronies of crime kingpin Mark Richardson.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">The turf war then spread to Glasgow &#8211; with the notorious Daniel crime family becoming prime targets due to their connections with Richardon&#8217;s hoods.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/0_RTP_SDR_090525_Police_Raid_005.jpg\" alt=\"Homes in Glasgow were raided this morning by gang war cops\" loading=\"lazy\"  \/>Homes in Glasgow were raided this morning by gang war cops(Image: DAILY RECORD)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Mr Big&#8217;s enforcers, a faceless group by the name of Tamo Junto, have called out their key targets in a series of videos of recent weeks.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Earlier today we reported how police stormed properties in<a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/news\/scottish-news\/gang-war-cops-storm-glasgow-35197115\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" Glasgow in dawn raids.Link opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\"> Glasgow in dawn raids.<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">The Record attended one property in Barlanark in the east end of Glasgow as specialist cops armed with chainsaws and batons smashed their way into the home at 5am.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Elsewhere, homes were raided i<a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dailyrecord.co.uk\/news\/scottish-news\/gang-war-cops-storm-glasgow-35197115\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"n Maryhill, Hamiltonhill, Milton of CampsieLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">n Maryhill, Hamiltonhill, Milton of Campsie<\/a> and Wishaw.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Two motors at the home of mob boss Mark Richardson&#8217;s pal David McMillan were targeted yesterday afternoon. 15:33,&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":88200,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8816],"tags":[748,1102,918,4884,18681,530,712,16,15],"class_list":{"0":"post-88199","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-edinburgh","8":"tag-britain","9":"tag-edinburgh","10":"tag-glasgow","11":"tag-great-britain","12":"tag-organised-crime","13":"tag-police-scotland","14":"tag-scotland","15":"tag-uk","16":"tag-united-kingdom"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/114479636751572130","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/88199","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=88199"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/88199\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/88200"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=88199"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=88199"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=88199"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}