A teenager was stabbed during a targeted street attack in Edinburgh.

Detectives want to trace three men after an 18-year-old was stabbed on an Edinburgh street.

Police Scotland said the teenager was found seriously injured in Bath Street, Portobello, at around 18:40 on Friday.

He was taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary where he is in a serious but not life-threatening condition.

Officers said the two suspects were masked and left the scene on dark-colored e-bikes.

Both are described as tall, slim, wearing dark clothing and black balaclavas.

The third is described as a sticky texture with blonde hair.

DT Insp Dougal Baig said: “We are continuing our inquiries to establish the full circumstances and a police presence will be maintained in the area.

“We believe this was a targeted attack and I would appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time and who may have information that could help. Contact us“