Appeal after assault in Arbroath pub

Detectives are appealing for information following a serious assault in an Arbroath pub.

Around 11.25pm on Friday, 13 February, 2026, a 47-year-old man was assaulted in a premises in Lordburn. He was taken to Ninewells Hospital for treatment.

The suspect is described as male, white, aged between 30-40 years old, of medium build with short dark hair and was wearing a black jacket, jeans and dark trainers.

Detective Constable Darren Suttie said: “This serious assault has left the victim with significant injuries. We are carrying out extensive enquiries to identify the person responsible.

“I would ask anyone who was in the bar at the time and may have witnessed the incident to come forward.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2241 of 15 February, 2026.