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Sarah Vesty

Disabled man in wheelchair smacked in the face by violent thug on Scots street as cops launch probe

Police are hunting a violent thug who attacked a disabled wheelchair user by smacking him in the face.

An investigation into the alleged incident has been launched after a man reported being verbally abused on Florence Place, Perth, on Wednesday June 17.

The victim, who was using an electric wheelchair, was verbally abused with a disgusting comment about his disability before being approached by two males.

He was then left with a facial injury after being whacked by one of the men.

Police are keen to trace the alleged attacker who is described as being between 5ft and 6ft tall and in his mid 40s with short blond hair.

Officers say they are keen for any witnesses who may have seen the inciden, which happened at around 8pm, to come forward.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “We are following a positive line of enquiry, but would still like to hear from anyone who may have witnessed all or part of this incident, or who has any other relevant information.

“If you can assist our investigation, please call 101 or speak with any police officer.

“Also, information can be given anonymously through CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111. Our reference is incident 3955 of 17th June.”

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