Boy, 15, seriously assaulted on Irvine beach
The incident, which involved a group of youths, took place at around 5pm yesterday
Last updated 5th Jun 2022
A teenager is in hospital after he was attacked by a group of youths at a beach.
The 15-year-old was seriously assaulted in the sand dunes area at Irvine Beach Park at around 5pm on Saturday.
Police said the boy was taken to University Hospital Crosshouse in Kilmarnock for treatment, where he remains.
Officers are appealing for information about the incident in Ayrshire.
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Detective Inspector Stuart Dougan said: “This will have been a very frightening experience for the victim.
"The beach has been very busy this weekend and I would ask any witnesses who were in the area at the time, or anyone with information about the incident, to please get in touch.
“Additional officers are carrying out patrols to provide reassurance as people gather to enjoy the nice weather.”
Saltcoats CID can be contacted via 101, quoting reference 4680 of June 4.
Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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