POLICE are trying to identify the driver of a small dark coloured vehicle after a man was killed in a hit and run attack.

The 57-year-old, who has not been named, died after being struck by the vehicle outside a bar and restaurant in Comiston, Road, Edinburgh.

The incident, which happened at around 8pm on Thursday, led to the section of road being sealed off until 11am yesterday as accident investigators worked at the scene.
Police said the victim, who comes from West Lothian, fell into the road just and was then struck by a small car.

After the incident, officers said the vehicle failed to stop and the man was discovered by a passer-by who called an ambulance.

Although the man was taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, he was pronounced dead shortly afterwards. An incident tent was set up in the road where the man was found as investigations continued early yesterday.

Inspector Richard Latto said the victim had been in the nearby Charwood Restaurant and Bar before his death and had left on his own.

Insp Latto said: “I think it’s likely that the driver will be aware that they have struck an object on the road.”

He also said it was very likely the vehicle would have been left damaged in the incident.

Inspector Latto appealed for witnesses or anyone with information to contact 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.