The First Minister was pressed on how his government is resourcing the police as MSPs discussed the incidents at Holyrood.
Last week, shots were fired at properties in Niddrie Marischal Crescent and West Pilton Bank, while there have also been fires at commercial premises in Edinburgh and Musselburgh.
Alba's Ash Regan, who represents Edinburgh Eastern, raised the "reports of an escalation in gang-related violence in Edinburgh" at First Minister's Questions.
The FM said: "I'm deeply concerned by recent incidents in Edinburgh and I'm fully supportive of Police Scotland's efforts to apprehend those responsible."
He said "significant resource" is being put in to searching CCTV, door-to-door inquiries and increased pat...
Last week, shots were fired at properties in Niddrie Marischal Crescent and West Pilton Bank, while there have also been fires at commercial premises in Edinburgh and Musselburgh.
Alba's Ash Regan, who represents Edinburgh Eastern, raised the "reports of an escalation in gang-related violence in Edinburgh" at First Minister's Questions.
The FM said: "I'm deeply concerned by recent incidents in Edinburgh and I'm fully supportive of Police Scotland's efforts to apprehend those responsible."
He said "significant resource" is being put in to searching CCTV, door-to-door inquiries and increased pat...
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