Man seriously assaulted in Kerrimuir Avenue, Hurlford

Detectives are appealing for information after a 36-year-old man was seriously assaulted in Hurlford on Wednesday, 27 April.

Around 2.30am on Wednesday morning, several men entered the house in Kerrimuir Avenue and seriously assaulted him before making off.  Police and Ambulance were called and the injured man was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital where he is being treated for stab wounds.  Hospital staff describe his condition as serious.

Detective Sergeant Sarah Holland at Kilmarnock Police Station said: “Our enquiries are at an early stage into this incident and work is ongoing to gather more information on the circumstances and further detail on the men responsible for this attack.

“We are keen to speak to anyone who was in the area of Kerrimuir Avenue early on Wednesday morning who heard any disturbance or witnessed anything suspicious.  We would also ask anyone who has dash-cam or personal footage that may assist our ongoing investigation to come forward.

“There are additional police patrols in the area to provide reassurance following this incident and anyone with concerns should speak to officers.”

Information can be passed to officers through 101 quoting reference 0219 of 27 April.  Alternatively Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.