Police continue enquiries into serious sexual assault in Inverurie
Published: 16:11, 05 September 2023
| Updated: 10:28, 07 September 2023
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A reported serious sexual assault next to the River Don in Inverurie is being investigated by police.
The alleged incident happened near the River Don and St James's Place in Inverurie at about 6.30pm on Monday with a section of the pathway closed off this morning as investigations got underway.
Police Scotland confirmed it had received a report of a "serious sexual assault" and that investigations are ongoing.
In an update on Thursday, a police spokeswoman confirmed: “A 16-year-old male youth has been arrested in connection with a serious sexual assault that took place near to the River Don and St James’ Place, Inverurie, around 6.30pm on Monday.
“He has been released pending further inquiries and the investigation is continuing.”
