Man seriously injured following altercation in pub toilet

The disturbance occurred at around 12.30am on October 6 inside the Habbies Bar bathroom on New Street in Kilbarchan.

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A man has been left with a serious injury following an incident inside a pub toilet in Renfrewshire.

The disturbance occurred at around 12.30am on October 6 inside the Habbies Bar bathroom on New Street in Kilbarchan.

A 56-year-old man seriously injured his leg after he fell to the floor during an altercation with another man.

He was transported to Paisley’s Royal Alexandria Hospital for treatment before being discharged a few days later.

Police Scotland has launched an appeal for witnesses to assist with its investigation.

Detective constable Barry Gourlay, Renfrewshire CID, Police Scotland, said: “The injured man reported the incident when he left the hospital a week after it happened.

“Since then, we have been making enquiries at the bar, in the area and checking CCTV, however, are still keen to hear from anyone who may have seen the incident or who has any information that will assist our investigation.

“We appreciate that what happened was in a small toilet area, so there was limited access, but we would still like to hear from anyone with information.”

Those with information are urged to contact police via 101 quoting incident number 0865 of Sunday, October 13.

Witnesses wishing to remain anonymous can contact o Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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