Peter Mullen was found with serious injuries after emergency services were called to a disturbance in the city's Leith Street, near Greenside Row, at around 7.45pm on Friday
Peter Mullen was found with serious injuries after emergency services were called to a disturbance in the city's Leith Street, near Greenside Row, at around 7.45pm on Friday.Following a post-mortem examination, his death is being treated as murder.
Detective Chief Inspector John Morrison said:"Our thoughts are very much with Peter's family and friends at this very difficult time. "We have a dedicated team of officers working on this investigation and I would like to reassure the local community that everything is being done to trace the person responsible."said a number of people were involved in the incident and a 41-year-old man was also taken to hospital for treatment.
A 46-year-old woman was arrested and charged in connection with a minor assault. She is expected before Edinburgh Sheriff Court at a later date.
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