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Vodka gang attack man

A MAN was attacked by a gang of youths who stole his bottle of vodka before pouring the drink over him and repeatedly kicking him on the ground.

The 48-year-old victim was walking through Redbraes Park, Pilrig, between 5pm and 6pm on Sunday when he was approached by five male youths, aged between ten and 15.

The youths made off when they were disturbed by a passers-by, who has not been identified.

A police spokesman said: "We are appealing for the man who intervened in the incident to come forward."


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