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Police following ‘positive line of inquiry’ as boy, 13, attacked near Dundee school

North East Campus. Image: Mhairi Edwards/DC Thomson
North East Campus. Image: Mhairi Edwards/DC Thomson

Police are following a “positive line of inquiry” after an attack near a Dundee school left a 13-year-old boy in hospital with serious injuries.

The assault happened on Lothian Crescent, near the North East Campus, just before 7pm on Monday.

Witnesses watched in horror as the 13-year-old was chased by a group of up to 16 attackers before being seriously assaulted.

The assailants, who were aged 10 to 16, chased the boy, who tried to flee on a bike, before jumping on his head.

He was taken to Ninewells Hospital with injuries described as “serious”.

Police following positive line of inquiry after Whitfield attack

Police issued an appeal for information on Tuesday night, focusing their investigation on three teenage boys.

They say they are now following a positive line of inquiry.

It is understood CID are also involved in the investigation.

The boy was assaulted on Lothian Crescent. Image: DC Thomson.

A spokesperson said: “Police inquiries are continuing following the serious assault on the 13-year-old boy in Lothian Crescent, Dundee on Monday.

“Detectives are following a positive line of enquiry in relation to this incident.”

‘Barbaric’ assault left Whitfield kids shaken

The attack has left local children scared, according to local councillors.

Jax Finnegan, who represents the North East Ward, said: “I learned of the attack via social media, it had been stated it was a brutal and life-threatening attack.

“I am sure the police are investigating this thoroughly.

“My thoughts go out to the young person and family wishing a full recovery.

“This is a very serious barbaric assault on a youngster, who should be safe to be play outside in the evenings.”

The 13-year-old boy was attacked near the North East Campus. Image: Kris Miller/DC Thomson.

She added: “I have spoken with some youths who usually hang out in this area, but were not present on the evening.

“They are very shaken up, shocked and frightened by this attack.

“This is the first, and must be the last, incidence of violence with youths in the area I have been made aware of.”

Steven Rome, a councillor for the same ward, said: “I am unable to add further to what the police have stated other than to reiterate my shock and disgust at this incident  and ask anyone with useful information to please contact the police using the details provided.”

The brutal attack has also prompted shock online, as Dundonians took to Facebook to express their outrage.

Lesley Falconer said: “This made me sick to my stomach, imagining it being my son.

“Some kids seem to be absolutely feral nowadays, causing nothing but trouble and vandalism is rife.

“They say you can’t blame the parents but you should surely know what kind of personality your child has and what kind of crowd they hang around with.”

Many are calling for the attackers to be brought to justice, and have wished for the victim to make a speedy recovery.

Susan Birrell said: “My heart aches for this boy and his family, praying he makes a full recovery.

“I hope these boys get caught.”

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