Man racially abused and left in hospital after 'unprovoked' attacked

Police are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.

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A man was racially abused and left in hospital after being subject to an “unprovoked” attack in North Lanarkshire.

Police were contacted after the 49-year-old was assaulted in Harthill at around 7.20pm on Wednesday, August 13.

The man was walking along Miller Street when a Vauxhall Corsa stopped beside him, a man got out of the car, attacked him, and made racial comments.

He attended hospital for treatment to his injuries.

‘Completely unacceptable’

Police have launched a witness appeal following the incident, which they describe as “completely unacceptable”.

Officers are searching for a white man, aged between 20 and 30 years old, in connection with the incident.

He was wearing a black coloured football top, dark coloured shorts, and trainers at the time of the attack.

Detective constable Verity Gregg said: “This has been an unprovoked attack on a man walking along the street. It is completely unacceptable.

“I am appealing to anyone who was in the area around that time who may have information to get in touch with us. In particular, if you have any dash-cam or doorbell footage, please pass it on as it could provide additional information on the incident or suspect.”

Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland via 101, or please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where you can give your information anonymously.