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Carla Jenkins

Police hunt for attacker who chased and assaulted man with glass bottle in Kirkintilloch

Police are hunting for an attacker who chased and assaulted a 24-year-old man in the Waverley Park area of Kirkintilloch.

Around 8.15pm on Saturday, 26 June, the 24-year-old man was within Kirkintilloch Skate Park when he was assaulted by a man with glass bottle.

The victim was chased towards Waverley Park by a group of men where he was assaulted further.

The victim was then taken to Glasgow Royal Infirmary where his injuries were treated.

The suspect involved in the initial assault is described as wearing dark clothing at the time.

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Detective Sergeant Craig Paterson from Kirkintilloch CID said: “The skate park was busy at the time of this assault and I would appeal to anyone who witnessed what happened, or noticed the subsequent incident in Waverley Crescent, to please get in touch.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland through 101, quoting incident number 3373 of Saturday, 26 June, 2021. Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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