Appeal After Glenrothes Hate Crime Attack

Police in Glenrothes are appealing for help in finding 3 men, following an assault they're treating as a hate crime.

A 19 year old man was assaulted near the Kino cinema in August in what police are describing as an 'unprovoked' attack on a vulnerable man.

The first man is described as white, aged around 21 years-old, about 5ft 7ins tall, of muscular build and with black curly short hair with stubble on his face. He spoke with a local accent and wore a tight black T-shirt and black trousers.

The second is believed to be aged around 18 years-old, slim with short dark brown hair with blonde highlights. On the night of the incident he was wearing a black coloured reflective jacket and dark blue jeans.

The third person is also believed to be around the age of 18, slim, and spoke with a local accent. He wore a grey hooded top which remained up. He also had black coloured cargo trousers on, with two large pockets that appeared to be stained with paint.

Community Sergeant Kenny Greig said: " We are keen to speak to three males in connection with a disturbing incident, whereby a vulnerable local man was approached and subjected to an unprovoked assault.

"I would like to thank the public for the great response which has so far which has identified a number of leads but unfortunately we still require more information and further help to solve this crime.  

"Glenrothes Police continue to tackle Hate Crime and as part of the local Glenrothes Action Plan, officers will be focusing on detecting and preventing crimes and can assure the public that this case is top priority for my officers."

Anyone with any information is urged to call police on 101.