Glasgow Police launch appeal after serious assault in the Savoy nightclub on Sauchiehall Street

Police are asking for witnesses to come forward, after an 18-year old woman was seriously assaulted at the Savoy nightclub in the early hours of Monday.

The assault happened at around 1.10am on October 18, inside the nightclub on Sauchiehall Street.

The victim was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital and later released.

The suspect is described as being white, roughly 25-30 years of age and of stocky build with short, dark-coloured hair. He was wearing a grey and black t-shirt with dark trousers and trainers.

A serious assault occurred at Glasgow's Savoy nightclub in the early hours of Monday morning.

Detective Constable Stuart Mills from City Centre Police Station said: “The nightclub was busy at the time and a number of people witnessed the incident then went to assist the injured woman. I would ask any witnesses who have not yet spoken to police, to contact us.

“Any witnesses or anyone who with information should contact 101 with reference number 0196 of 18th October. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.”

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