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Lauren Gilmour, PA & Hannah Mackenzie Wood

Boy, 16, electrocuted after falling onto overhead lines at Edinburgh Waverley

A 16-year-old boy has been electrocuted after falling on to overhead lines at an Edinburgh train station.

The youngster fell from the roof at Edinburgh Waverley, near its entrance on Waverley bridge, at roughly 11pm on Monday May 8.

He suffered serious injuries and was rushed to hospital, where doctors described his condition as stable on Friday morning.

British Transport Police is appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident to contact officers.

They can call 0800 40 50 40 or text 61016 with the reference 2200052344.

Information can also be given anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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