Edinburgh Asda Car Park Brawl: 'Medieval' Knife and Baton Fight Caught on Video
A terrifying brawl described by onlookers as a 'medieval fight' erupted in the car park of an Asda supermarket in Edinburgh, with gangs brandishing knives and batons in broad daylight. Shocking video footage captured at The Jewel Asda car park shows two groups of youths, wearing face coverings, engaging in a violent confrontation using various weapons.
Violent Confrontation in Broad Daylight
The alarming clip, which has been widely shared online over the past 24 hours, depicts a chaotic scene where two males are seen duelling. One individual appears to be holding a black baton, while his rival seems to be armed with a bladed weapon. Another man in grey clothing is visible jumping around behind the male with the blade, adding to the frenzy.
Several slashes and swings are exchanged between the combatants before three other males enter the frame. One of them, wearing a hooded top with grey shoulders, is seen carrying a weapon with a long blade, which he visibly swings at a male in dark clothing. The confrontation quickly escalates into a chase, with the gangs running through the supermarket car park as bystanders watch in horror.
Onlookers React with Shock and Fear
Eyewitnesses at the scene gasped and shouted as the violence unfolded. One person was heard exclaiming, 'he's been slashed,' after a fleeing male was struck when he tripped on a petrol pump. Another shocked onlooker commented, 'He's got a big kitchen knife. Holy s**t. No, this is a medieval fight,' capturing the archaic and brutal nature of the incident.
A local resident, aged 49, described the sudden eruption of violence: 'All of a sudden it just erupted. I don't know if it was rival gangs or what but it's not what you expect in broad daylight at the local supermarket. It looked like they all had weapons, knives, huge blades and I think one had a bat. They were wildly slashing at each other as shoppers wandered by - it's terrifying really.'
Aftermath and Police Involvement
The video concludes with members of one gang fleeing the scene, leaving behind a trail of fear and confusion. The exact time of the incident remains unknown, but the footage has sparked widespread concern among the community. Police Scotland have been approached for comment regarding the armed fight, as authorities likely investigate the circumstances surrounding this disturbing event.
This incident highlights the alarming presence of gang violence in public spaces, raising questions about safety and security in everyday settings like supermarket car parks. As the video continues to circulate online, residents are left hoping for swift action from law enforcement to prevent such terrifying occurrences in the future.
