Police appeal for witnesses of a serious assault in Kirkintilloch

The 25-year-old man was hit on the leg by a pellet from an air rifle as he walked his dog in Alloway Quadrant, Harestanes, Kirkintilloch at around 10pm last night.

He managed to get home where he called police. Officers took him to Glasgow Royal Infirmary where he is still awaiting surgery. Medical staff describe his condition as stable.

Detective Constable Stephen Cooke, Kirkintilloch CID, said: “We are checking CCTV and making enquiries with nearby neighbours re this attack.

“It is so irresponsible for people to fire air rifles at random never mind at a person. It’s just stupid and could be extremely dangerous. This time the pellet struck the man in the leg which is serious enough but imagine what could have happened if was in his head or face for example.

“I would appeal to anyone who knows who the shooter is or has any information that will help our enquiries to contact police via 101.”

Details can also be given in confidence to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.