Investigation launched after young boy attacked in Montrose park

Officers say they are following a positive line of enquiry

Author: Kara ConwayPublished 25th Apr 2023

An investigation is underway after a young boy was left with a head injury following an attack in an Angus playpark.

The seven-year-old was assaulted at Ferryden Park in Montrose on Monday.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 8.55am on Tuesday, 25 April, 2023, we received a report that a 7-year-old boy had been assaulted at Ferryden Park, Montrose on Monday, 24 April, 2023.

“The boy attended Ninewells Hospital for treatment.

“Officers are following a positive line of enquiry.”

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