Witness appeal following assault – North Lanarkshire

Detectives investigating an assault at Coatdyke railway station are today appealing for witnesses to come forward.

At around 11.20pm on Friday 3 July, the 60-year-old victim had just left the Helensburgh Central to Bathgate service at Coatdyke when he was pushed by a man causing him to fall backwards and sustain a fractured shoulder.

The man is described as white, of medium height with short dark hair. He was wearing a Rangers football shirt and dark jeans.

Did you witness the incident, or do you have any information which could help the investigation? If so, contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 266 of 5 July.

Information can also be given to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.