Man appears in court after 'serious assault' in Kilmarnock

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A man appeared in court yesterday following a 'serious assault' which left a 34-year-old in hospital.

The alleged incident, which left the 34-year-old man needing treatment, took place around 9.55pm on February 28, 2026 in Old Street in Kilmarnock.

A 22-year-old man was arrested and charged following the alleged attack. He appeared at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court on Thursday, March 5, 2026.

A report has been submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.

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A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "A man has been arrested and charged following a serious assault in Old Street, Kilmarnock.

"The incident happened around 9.55pm on Saturday, February 28, 2026 and a 34-year-old man attended hospital for treatment.

"A 22-year-old man was arrested and charged.

"He appeared at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court on Thursday, March 5, 2026.

"A report has been submitted to the Procurator Fiscal."

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