Appeal after unprovoked Falkirk assault

An investigation is underway after an unprovoked assault in Falkirk which left a 44-year-old man "badly shaken".

The incident happened betwen 6:50pm and 7pm on Wednesday on Upper Newmarket Street.

The victim was followed by two men, aged between 15 and 21.

He was taken to hospital for treatment.

Police are asking anyone who saw the incident to get in touch.

The first suspect is described as aged between 15 and 21 and was wearing a black jacket, grey hoodie with the hood up, grey jogging bottoms and black trainers. He also appeared to be wearing a black face mask and gloves.

The second suspect is described as being around the same age and wearing a grey tracksuit top with a large white flash at the top, grey tracksuit bottoms, dark trainers and gloves.

Detective Constable Andy McLean said: “This was an unprovoked attack which left the victim injured and badly shaken.

“I would appeal to anyone who was in the area and may have witnessed the incident, or who has any CCTV footage which could assist, to please get in touch.

“There was also a lot of passing vehicles at the time of the incident so anyone with any dash-cam footage which may be relevant, is asked to contact police.”