Man taken to hospital after 'blade attack' at holiday park

Emergency services were called to reports of a man being assaulted on Sunday at the Thurston Manor park

Man taken to hospital after ‘blade attack’ at East Lothian holiday parkiStock

A man has been taken to hospital after an alleged attack with a bladed weapon at a holiday park in East Lothian.

Emergency services were called to reports of a man being assaulted at the Thurston Manor park near Dunbar around 12.25am on Sunday.

A 21-year-old man was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment.

It is understood that a bladed weapon was used during the attack, and the incident involved guests at the park.

Officers say enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 12.25am on Sunday, August 9, we received a report of a man being assaulted at a premises in the Innerwick area near Dunbar.

“Emergency services attended, and the 21-year-old man was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment.

“Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.”

Verdant Leisure, who run Thurston Manor, has been contacted for comment.

STV News is now on WhatsApp

Get all the latest news from around the country

Follow STV News
Follow STV News on WhatsApp

Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country

WhatsApp channel QR Code

Today's Top Stories

Popular Videos

Latest in Edinburgh & East

Trending Now