Man suffers head injuries in serious Dunfermline assault

Police in Fife are appealing for witnesses following a serious assault in Dunfermline.

Officers were called to New Row at around 1.50am on Sunday morning and found a man with serious head injuries.

The victim, who has been identified by police as a 21-year-old man, was taken to Kirkcaldy’s Victoria Hospital and is being treated there.

The victim is described as being around 6ft tall, with a slim build and short brown hair.

He was wearing dark blue denim Voi jeans with a New York design belt, and a white t-shirt.

On his right arm is a black tribal-design tattoo that starts at the top outer of his arm and reaches down to just above his elbow.

Detective Inspector Chris Mill said: “We’re working to identify the victim and are appealing for anyone who recognises his description to come forward.

“At this time, a man is detained in connection with this incident however we’d urge any further witnesses to get in touch.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 or contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.