Boy hunted over sex acts in wood
Police officers are searching for a teenager who carried out sex acts in woodland close to an illustrious Highland Perthshire hotel.
The first of two incidents took place in Black Spout Wood near the Atholl Palace Hotel in Pitlochry in September.
A second incident took place in the same woods during the day on November 29.
The authorities believe the teen they are searching for is involved in both incidents and are appealing for witnesses with any information to come forward.
The boy is white and around 15 years old with blonde hair that is cut short at the sides and long on top.
He was wearing a black hoodie, black tracksuit bottoms with white stripes down the sides, grey trainers, and had a “well-spoken”Scottish accent.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “We have had two incidents brought to our attention recently regarding a male allegedly committing acts of indecency in Black Spout Wood, near to the Atholl Palace Hotel in Pitlochry.
“Firstly, the male in question was seen there sometime in September committing what appeared to be a sexual act in a public place. A second incident occurred about 1.45pm on Sunday, November 29 in the same place, and involved a male who we believe to be the same person.
“There may have been other incidents involving this person that have gone unreported and we would like to hear from anyone who may have seen this person at any time in the general area or who may know who this person is.
“Extensive enquiries have already been conducted in the area, and one person has been traced and eliminated from the investigation.”
Anyone with information on the Pitlochry incidents or to report further instances of sex acts at the wood can call 101 with the crime reference number CR/32674/20.