Elderly man seriously assaulted in 'random attack' at bus stop

Police have launched an investigation after an elderly man was seriously assaulted in a “random attack” at a bus stop in Dundee.

The incident took place close to the bus stop at the entrance to Balmullo Square at around 9pm on Wednesday.

Officers described the assault as “unprovoked” and said the man suffered serious injuries.

Police are looking for witnesses who saw a grey coloured vehicle in the area during the time of the assault.

A statement read: “We would also ask local residents to please check cctv and ring doorbell cameras to check if any part of the incident may have been captured.

“We would urge you to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting CR/431041/26 with any information you may have to assist our investigation.”

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