A POLICE investigation has been launched after man assaulted a schoolgirl in Milton last night.
The force said the man, whose description has not been given, hugged the 10-year-old on Westray Street just after 9 pm.
The girl ran off and police were contacted.
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Reports on social media suggest that the man was attempting to abduct the youngster.
But The Evening Times understands that police are still at the early stage of their investigation and will be reviewing CCTV today.
They will also be carrying out door-to-door enquiries.
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A Police Scotland spokesman said: "Enquiries are ongoing following an assault of a 10-year-old girl in Westray Street, Milton around 9.10 pm last night.
"A man approached the young girl and hugged her.
"Enquiries are at an early stage and at this time we cannot establish a motive for the man's actions."
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