Appeal following serious assault in Stevenston

Police in Ayrshire are appealing for information after a man was seriously assaulted in Stevenston.

The incident took place on Glencairn Street around 10.30pm on Friday, 17 December, 2021, when a 46-year-old man was assaulted by two men in his back garden.

The victim was taken to University Hospital Crosshouse in Kilmarnock for treatment for facial injuries.

Both suspects are male and one of the males is described as approx. 5ft 4in tall and of slim build.

Detective Constable Kevin Simpson, of Saltcoats CID, said: “We are appealing to anyone who may have seen two males acting suspiciously in the Glencairn Street area either before or after the incident.

“If you believe you can assist our investigation, please call 101, quoting incident 3736 of 17 December. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, if you wish to remain anonymous.”