A 70-year-old woman is now “scared to leave her home” after she was pushed to the ground and sexually assaulted in a “horrendous” broad daylight attack near a park.
The pensioner was walking near Colquhoun Park in Bearsden, East Dunbartonshire, at around 5.15pm on Friday when she was allegedly approached by a man.
According to Police Scotland, the attacker pushed her to the ground before assaulting and sexually assaulting her.
They added that the woman did not require hospital treatment but was in “extreme distress” from the attack.
Detective Inspector Daniel Clark said: “A team of officers is continuing an extensive investigation into this horrific attack which left the woman so disturbed that she was afraid to leave her home.
“While we understand that this type of crime causes concern, the local community have been keen to help us with our investigations and I would like to reassure them that we are fully focused on tracking down those responsible as quickly as possible.”
The incident occurred near Station Road. The suspect was last seen walking on Conon Avenue towards Kinfauns Drive in Drumchapel.
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The man is described as white, about 5 feet 8 inches tall and between 30 and 40 years old. He is short and stocky, with a shaved or bald head and stubble on his face.
He was also wearing black clothing and a hood.
Police will continue to patrol the area as the investigation continues. Those with concerns are urged to speak to officials.
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DI Clark added: “I cannot stress enough the crucial role the public can play in helping us.
“This is a very busy area. I would urge anyone who entered the Drumchapel area in Bearsden local area on Friday afternoon to recall if you saw a man acting suspiciously or matching the description.
“If you have done this, it is vital that we speak to you. I would also urge anyone with dash cam or personal footage to check it in case there is anything relevant in it.”
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