Tribute was paid to a “gentle giant” who was named locally after being attacked on a street in Edinburgh.
Liam Maloney, 30, died after being seriously attacked on Niddrie Marischal Street in the southeastern part of the capital at around 8pm on Thursday, May 5th.
Emergency services rushed to the road, at his intersection with Niddrie Marischal Grove and Liam was rushed to the Royal Hospital in Edinburgh for treatment.
Tragically, the father of three died of his injuries Saturday.
Scottish police have confirmed that they are treating the death as murder and have launched an investigation.
Liam’s family and friends were devastated by the news, and respect broke out.
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Posting a photo of Liam as a child, Nicolas Russell said: “RIP Liam, unfortunately you will miss him. You were such a wonderful person with a big heart and always full of fun. I will never forget this.
Thinking of the whole family and the three boys.
Adele Commons said: “It’s such a sad day for Nydri today. Thinking about her boys and the whole family who have already gone through so much. RIP Liam x ”
Leanne McLaren: “It took a whole day, Nydri lost another one. Liam, you’re a funny person and everyone who knows you will miss you.
Sharing some funny memories of her time with her old friend, Liam Anderson said: a silly smile on his face and his pocket full of goodies.
The man was found wounded on Niddrie Marischal Road (Image: Google Street View)
“Liam Maloney was one of a kind. Sleep well, brother. ”
Nicole Bridgman said: “Rest in peace Liam Maloney, another life taken very soon. Always have a smile on your face and you could make others smile by continuing. Thinking about your wonderful three boys.
Davey Garr added: “Rooted to see the news of Liam Maloney, he was a great boy and always had a smile on his face! RIP Liam. “
And Bob Collier said, “I still don’t believe it, man. Liam Maloney, a real gentleman and a real gentle giant. You will never meet a funnier and happier person. ”
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After Liam’s death, police investigations are underway, with cops collecting videos from the area and conducting door-to-door investigations.
They also appealed to anyone who has any information about the incident to contact and in the meantime assured the public that there is no greater risk.
Chief Inspector Frank Travers of the Chief Investigation Team said: “This appears to have been a deliberate incident and we do not believe there is a risk to the general public.
“Extensive police investigations are currently underway and officers are collecting video surveillance footage from the area.
“Door-to-door inquiries are also made.
“We will have a permanent police presence in the area and I would like to assure the local community that everything is being done to find the person responsible.
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“I would ask anyone who was in the area of Niddrie Marischal Road and Niddrie Marischal Grove on Thursday night and who may have seen or heard the disturbance or witnessed something suspicious, please contact us.
“We have also set up a website that gives members of the public access to a form to send information directly to the main investigation team.
“Anyone who has video surveillance, a control camera or other personnel who think they could help with the inquiry can also send this through this link.
“You can choose to remain anonymous when submitting information.
“The portal can be accessed at
Anyone with information has been asked to contact the Scottish Police on 101, citing reference number 3262 of 5 May 2022.
Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.
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