A YOUNG woman was attacked close to playing fields in Giffnock on Tuesday night.

The 21-year-old was walking on the path leading from Whitton Drive to the Muirend Pavilion when she was assaulted by a man who made off immediately after the attack.

It happened at 7 pm police and now police are hunting for the man responsible.

The force said he is between 18 and 22. He is around 5ft 11 inches and 6ft tall. He has a slim build, sallow complexion and spoke with a Glaswegian accent.

He was wearing glasses and had a dark coloured waterproof jacket on, with the hood up, jeans, and was carrying a rucksack.

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Detective Constable Craig Stewart at Giffnock CID said: "The Muirend Pavilion is a busy place on weeknights with both football and rugby training sessions taking place there. 

"I am appealing to anyone who may have been in the area of the pavilion to help us identify the man who we want to speak to in relation to this attack."     

Anyone who can help should call the CID at Giffnock on the 101 number, and quote the reference number 3250 7 January 2020. 

Anyone who wishes to pass on information and remain anonymous can do so by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.