Man charged with attempted murder following assault on woman (84) at Oystercatcher Close, Forres
Published: 16:29, 29 August 2022
| Updated: 17:05, 29 August 2022
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AN 84-year-old woman from Knockomie Braes, Forres remains in hospital with "serious injuries" following an assault in the town.
Police have confirmed that a 25-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident and is expected to appear in Aberdeen Sheriff Court tomorrow charged with attempted murder.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Around 10pm on Sunday, August 28, police were called to the Oyster Catcher Close area of Forres, following a report of an 84-year-old woman being assaulted. “The woman was taken to Raigmore Hospital, where she remains with serious injuries."
