Man due in court after teenager sexually assaulted in Coatbridge

The 27-year-old is due to appear at Airdrie Sheriff Court on Tuesday, 4 August, 2026 having been arrested yesterday.

We previously reported that the incident took place in a lane near Blair Road and Auldhame Street in Coatbridge at around 1am on Sunday, June 28.

Detective Inspector Lorraine Wilson said: “Incidents of this nature can cause a great deal of concern and officers are continuing to engage with the local community to provide reassurance.

“We would like to take this opportunity to thank members of the public for their support during this investigation.”