Appeal for witnesses after sexual assault in Newlands, Glasgow

Detectives are continuing their enquiries and appealing for the assistance of the public following a report of a 16-year-old female sexually assaulted in Newlands, Glasgow on Saturday, 6 September, 2025.

Around 12.30am, the female was sexually assaulted by a man in Thornliebank Road. She did not require medical attention. She made her way to Thornliebank Avenue then into Auldhouse Park where she spoke to a man and woman who asked if she needed any help. Police were contacted a short time later.

Detective Sergeant Daryl Haddow said: "As our investigation continues to establish the exact circumstances surrounding this incident, I would urge anyone who spoke to a 16-year-old female in Thornliebank Road at Hillside Road, or in Auldhouse Park shortly after 12.30am on Saturday, to please contact us as they may have information that is relevant to our investigation."

Anyone with information that could assist should contact 101 quoting reference number 0613 of 6 September.

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Appeal for witnesses after sexual assault in Newlands, Glasgow

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