Woman in serious condition after being attacked by man in Helensburgh

She was assaulted on East Princes Street in the early hours of Sunday.

East Princes Street
Author: Collette McGoniglePublished 29th May 2024

A woman's in a serious condition in hospital after being attacked by a man in Helensburgh.

The 25-year-old woman was assaulted by a man on East Princes Street, near to its junction with Sinclair Street around 12.45am, on Sunday.

The suspect is described as white, aged in his late 30s, around 6ft tall and of heavy build with a bald or shaved head.

He was wearing a short-sleeved, dark-coloured t-shirt and dark-coloured trainers with a white trim.

He was in the company of another man and a woman.

Detective Constable Nic Neeson said:

“Our investigation is continuing into the circumstances surrounding this incident and to trace the man responsible.

“This is a busy area and I would appeal to anyone who witnessed this serious assault or who has any information regarding this incident to come forward as soon as possible.

“I would also ask any drivers with dash-cam or anyone with personal footage to please review it and get in touch if it holds anything that may be relevant to this ongoing investigation.”

Information should be passed to officers through 101 quoting reference number 1009 of 27 May.

Alternatively Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained

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