Edinburgh local makes gruesome find in popular park as investigation launchedDISTRESSING CONTENT: It was wrapped in a blanket and partially buried under a holly bushThe dog was wrapped in a blue blanket and partially buried. (Image: Scottish SPCA)A member of the public made a heartbreaking discovery in a busy Edinburgh park last week. They were in St Mark's Park near the Water of Leith when they found a dead dog, wrapped in a blanket and partially buried under a holly bush on Monday, February 23. ‌The body was taken to the Scottish SPCA Animal Rescue & Rehoming Centre in Edinburgh. Article continues belowActs of cruelty towards animals can be reported to the Scottish SPCA here.

Source: Daily Mirror March 03, 2026 15:37 UTC