Falkirk assault: Man, 75, injured and taken to hospital following violent attack

By James Trimble
Published 22nd Aug 2023, 13:42 BST
Updated 24th Aug 2023, 14:55 BST
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Police are investigating a vicious assault which left a 75-year-old man in Forth Valley Royal Hospital.

The incident happened on Carronlea Road, Carron, at 5.30pm on Sunday, August 20 when the elderly man was approached by a young masked male and assaulted.

The suspect is described is n his 20s, around 5ft 10in, of medium to heavy build and was wearing black clothing, with a mask or covering over his face. He was riding a black electric powered bicycle which had distinctive large tyres.

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Detective Constable Gary Mackie said: “Understandably this attack left the victim very shaken and I am appealing to anyone with information that could assist with our enquiries to get in touch.

Police are investigating the attack on the 75-year-old (Picture: Police Scotland)Police are investigating the attack on the 75-year-old (Picture: Police Scotland)
Police are investigating the attack on the 75-year-old (Picture: Police Scotland)

“I would appeal to anyone who was either walking or driving in the area and who may have information or dash cam footage to contact us.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting incident 4104 of August 20.