Police in fresh plea after bizarre assault in Bearsden

Around 7.30 pm on Wednesday night, a 32-year-old man was using a pedestrian crossing on Switchback Road, between Ascog Road and Cairnhill Road, Bearsden, when he was struck on the face by a man walking towards him.

He sustained as serious facial injury and was taken by officers to Gartnavel Hospital in Glasgow where he was treated and has since been discharged.

Detective Constable Craig Paterson, Kirkintilloch CID, said: “There was absolutely no reason or motive for this attack.

The man was simply walking along the road minding his own business when the suspect appeared in front of him and struck him.

“So far, the only description of the attacker is that he was white and was wearing dark clothing. Officers are checking CCTV in an effort to trace the suspect but would also appeal to anyone who was in the area and who may have seen the attack to get in touch.

“We know that there were a number of other pedestrians about and the Switchback is generally busy with traffic. If you saw anything, or have dash-cam footage that may help, then please get in touch with officers.”

Call Kirkintilloch CID via 101, quote reference number 3609 of 4 November, 2020. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.