Appeal for information following serious assault of boy in Coatbridge

Detectives are appealing for information following the serious assault of a boy in Coatbridge.

The incident happened around 3.50pm on Friday, 13 March, 2026, on a dirt track parallel to the Heatherbell crossing by Gartgill Road.

A 12-year-old boy was attacked by a man. The injured boy attended hospital for treatment.

The suspect is described as around 40-50 years old, around 5ft 7in tall, and of stocky build. He was wearing a black puffer jacket and black trousers.

Detective Constable Lynne Thomson said: “Enquiries are ongoing and we are appealing to anyone who witnessed the assault to contact us.

“We are particularly keen to speak to a woman walking a dog, which was wearing a high vis harness, in the area just before the incident happened.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident 2291 of Friday, 13 March, 2026. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.”