Appeal for witnesses after assault in Balloch Park
Police in Balloch are appealing for witnesses after an 18-year-old was assaulted and robbed in Balloch Park.
The incident happened around 8.10pm, on Wednesday, 20 July 2022, near the jetty.
A large group of boys and girls, aged 13-15 attacked the man, then robbed him and assaulted his three friends near Balloch House Hotel.
He was taken to The Royal Alexandra Hospital for treatment to a facial injury, before being released.
Detective Sergeant Nicky Beattie from CID Clydebank Police Station said: “The park was busy at the time of the incident and we are keen to speak to anyone who was in the area at the time and witnessed the assault or has video footage of the incident.”
“We want to re-assure the public regular high visibility patrols will be carried out and anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated.”
“Everyone should be able to enjoy the park, and we want to ensure it is a safe place to visit.”
Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting incident 3665 of 20 July 2022.
