7-year old girl injured by needle in East Ayrshire playpark
The girl was playing in Bellsbank when she was hurt by an uncapped needle.
Last updated 15th Jun 2022
A young girl has been taken to hospital after being injured by a needle in an East Ayrshire playground.
Police are appealing for information after the incident which occurred around 7pm last night (Tuesday June 14).
The seven-year-old girl was injured while she was playing at a park in Bellsbank, just off Corserine Terrace.
She was taken to University Hospital Ayr for treatment after being hurt by the uncapped needle.
She has since been discharged, but police say they have thoroughly checked and cleaned the playpark.
Police Appeal
East Ayrshire Officers are now appealing for information surrounding the incident.
Chief Inspector Nathan Calderwood said: “Leaving a used needle in a playpark like this is an incredibly reckless and irresponsible act and enquiries into the incident are now ongoing.
"My officers will be present within the community to provide reassurance and I would ask that you speak with them regarding any concerns you have.”
“East Ayrshire Council has been contacted and the playpark has been thoroughly checked and cleaned.
“I would urge anyone with information to come forward and speak to police by calling 101, quoting incident 2998 of 14 June or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”