Police hunt four youths following assault on Arbroath teen

Published 4th Nov 2016

Police are appealing for information after 14-year-old boy was assaulted in Commerce Street, Arbroath on Thursday 3 November.

The boy was walking, along with his friend and brother at around 4pm when they were approached by four males. One of the suspect's spoke to the victim and thereafter assaulted him.

The boy did not require hospital treatment.

Officers are keen to trace those involved. One of the men is described as being around 18 years of age, thin build, curly red hair wearing a blue hooded top with a white circle on the front with a number inside and jeans. Another male is described as 18 years of age, thin build, short brown hair and wearing a grey jumper.

Anyone with any information that may be useful should contact Tayside Division on 101 or any police officer. Alternatively information can be passed anonymously via the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.