A lady was 'doused in petrol' on a Scots highway in a horrifying assault which is believed to have been streamed on social media.
Police have launched a probe after the alleged incident occurred outdoors an deal with on Alloway Street in Lochside, Dumfries, at round 8.30pm on Thursday, December 22. It is understood the girl was harassed by various youths.
Officers say she was later doused in a substance, suspected to be petrol. It is believed the sickening incident was streamed on social media and officers are actually interesting for data.
A spokesperson for the pressure stated: "Police are investigating an incident that occurred outdoors an deal with on Alloway Street, Lochside, Dumfries about 8.30pm on Thursday, December 22, involving a feminine being harassed by various youths.
"The feminine was later doused in a substance suspected to be petrol. It's believed this incident might have been streamed on social media.
"If you're a witness or have any data regarding this incident please name Police Scotland on 101 quoting PDG0269671222."
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