Manhunt launched after broad daylight assault in Carnoustie

It happened at about 10:25 on Wednesday morning.

Author: Oliver WrightPublished 13th Aug 2021

Detectives are launching an appeal for information, after a woman was assaulted in Carnoustie on Wednesday morning.

The incident happened at around 10:25 in Craigmill Den.

A 55-year-old woman was pushed to the ground by a man believed to be in his 30s, wearing along-sleeved black top, black running tights and black Adidas trainers.

He is described as about 5ft 11, clean shaven and with a tanned complexion. After the attack, he ran off towards Easthaven.

The woman managed to run away and was not injured.

Detective Sergeant David Rice said: “Our investigation into this assault is continuing. I am still appealing to anyone with information, and we now have a full description of the suspect.

“From our enquiries so far we know that there were people walking in the area. There were two women walking together and a man and woman out walking a dog too. I would urge these people to contact us as they may have witnessed something that will assist our enquiry.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police via 101, quoting incident number 0998 of 11 August. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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