Police release CCTV images of shocking racial attacks
Police probing two separate incidents of racially aggravated assault in Stirling city centre this week released CCTV images of men they wish to trace.
One of the incidents occurred in The Thistles Shopping Centre around 2.45pm on Monday, 18 April, 2016.
A 27 year old woman was shopping with a young child when she was targeted near the Sport Direct store.
Officers wish to trace the man pictured (right) in the CCTV images as they believe he may be able to assist them with their enquiries.
He is described as being between 18 and 20, 5ft 11in, white, slim build and with black hair. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a black jacket and black trousers.
Sergeant Robert Russell of Forth Valley Police said: “While the victim was not physically injured, she was deeply offended and upset by this incident.”
Police are also seeking a second man in connection with a separate incident which took place at around 10.30pm on Saturday, May 28, 2016, at the Sunny Express store, Friars Street.
They have issued a picture of a man they wish to speak to and believe he may be able to assist with enquiries.
He is described as white Scottish, in his late 20s with light brown, short hair, around 5 ft 9in tall and slim build. He has a local accent and at the time of the incident, was wearing blue jeans, a blue jumper and dark brown moccasins.
Sgt Russell added: “We are keen to trace the men in the CCTV footage and would ask anyone who can assist us to contact police immediately. Anyone with further information relevant to this investigation is also asked to get in touch.”
Information to Police Scotland on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Earlier this week, Stirling area commander Lynn Ratcliffe urged those who feel they have been a target of hate crime to contact Police Scotland.