'Harmful substance' thrown at woman in targeted East Kilbride attack

An investigation has been launched after a harmful substance was thrown at a woman in East Kilbride on Friday.

Emergency services were alerted to the targeted attack in the Pine Crescent area at around 10.55am.

The 30-year-old woman was checked over at the scene following the incident.

Two fire engines and specialist hazmat teams attended the scene. They left the scene at 12.40pm after ensuring the area was safe.

Investigators are still conducting inquiries in the area.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “We received a report of a harmful substance being thrown at a woman on Pine Crescent, East Kilbride, around 10.55am on Friday, November 7, 2025.

“Emergency services attended, and the 30-year-old was checked at the scene.

“Officers believe this was a targeted incident, and extensive enquiries are ongoing in the area. Anyone with any information or concerns can approach these officers, or call 101 and quote reference number 1082 of November 7, 2025.”