Police have arrested a 14-year-old boy after a schoolboy was allegedly assaulted.
The teenager was arrested today in connection with an incident where a 13-year-old boy was allegedly attacked in Kilbirnie on Sunday afternoon.
The arrest comes after videos allegedly showing an attack on a young boy were posted on social media.
The 13-year-old was taken to Crosshouse Hospital following the alleged assault and received treatment for injuries.
Police say investigations are continuing to trace others allegedly involved.
A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: "Officers investigating the violent assault on a 13 year old boy in Kilbirnie on Sunday 8th November 2020 which has featured on online forums have arrested a 14 year old male in connection with this crime.
"Our investigation continues to trace the others involved."
