Suspect arrested in connection with serious assault in Moray released from custody

A suspect arrested in connection with a serious assault that left a man fighting for his life in Elgin has been released from custody.

The incident occurred outside a business premises on the town’s Harrow Inn Close area at around 3.15pm on Friday.

Emergency services attended, and a 55-year-old was taken to hospital where medical staff described his condition as critical but stable.

Police confirmed on Sunday that a 28-year-old man has been arrested.

He has since been released pending further enquiries. An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the attack.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “A 28-year-old man arrested in connection with a serious assault in Elgin has been released pending further enquiries.

“Around 3.15pm on Friday, November 14, 2025, we received a report of a disturbance in the Harrow Inn Close area. Emergency services attended and a 55-year-old man was taken to hospital.

“Medical staff describe his condition as stable.

“The investigation remains ongoing.”