Appeal following serious assault, High Street, Ayr

Police Scotland is appealing after two men were assaulted on High Street, Ayr, one seriously, around 6.45pm on Tuesday, 29 June.

A 46-year-old man sustained serious head and arm injuries and was taken to University Hospital in Ayr for treatment. A 37-year-old man sustained a minor injury but did not require medical attention.

Officers are keen to speak to two men seen in the High Street at the time of the assaults.

One is described as around 6ft, of medium build and was wearing an orange high visibility long sleeve top and black shorts.

The other is described as in his 20’s, of slim build and was wearing a blue hooded top, orange and black striped t-shirt and dark trousers.

Detective Constable Gordon Thomson, of Ayr CID, said: “The motive for this attack is unknown but one of the men sustained serious injuries and needed hospital treatment. I am appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time who may be able to help with our enquiries, particularly the two men seen on the High Street.     

“If anyone was driving in the area at the time and has dash-cam footage that could help with our investigation then I would ask them also to get in touch. Likewise anyone with private CCTV.

“Anyone who can help is asked to contact us on 101, quoting incident number 3040 of Tuesday, 28 June, 2021, or make a call anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”