A TEENAGER was rushed to hospital with a serious facial injury after being attacked in a Barrhead park.

The 17-year-old was struck with what is believed to have been a glass bottle following an altercation with another man in Cowan Park last Friday night.

Though the identity of the suspect remains unknown, police are hunting for a woman who helped the victim in the aftermath of the assault which took place at around 7.30pm close to the park’s play area.

The woman had been walking her dog when she came across the injured teen who had been in the park with a mixed group of friends.

It is thought the woman assisted the victim – who is from the Greater Glasgow area – until officers arrived at the scene on October 14.

The victim was taken to the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Paisley.

However, he was later transferred to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital where he is said to be in a stable condition and remains under supervision.

He is reported to have severe facial injuries as a result of the attack.

Inspector Alan Dickson has appealed to any members of the public who might have witnessed the incident, or who may know of the woman dog walker, to step forward.

He said: “We went to a report of a disturbance at Cowan Park at about 7.30pm on Friday night.

“There officers found a 17-year-old male who had suffered a serious facial injury after being struck with an object.

“There was an exchange with another male and, as a result of that exchange, this 17-year-old male from the Glasgow area was assaulted.

“Enquiries are continuing and we are keen to trace a female dog walker who we believe gave assistance to the injured boy and she may have vital information for us.

“He remains in hospital and is still being treated.

“There’s no danger to his life but he is still in hospital.

“Anyone who may have seen or heard anything, or who may have seen this woman, is asked to phone 101 or contact the Criminal Investigation Department at Giffnock Police Office.”

Alternatively, information can also be given anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.