Police hunt two men after 17-year-old raped

Police are hunting for two men after a teenage girl was raped in North Lanarkshire.

The 17-year-old was subjected to a serious sexual assault in the Sandy Park area of Bellshill between 8.30pm and 9pm on Sunday.

Officers are keen to trace two men aged around 30 who were in the area at the time.

One is described as being of medium build and the other was described as wearing grey work type trousers.

Inspector Gail Nicol said: “We know that this incident will be concerning for people living in this community and I would like to reassure them that there will be an increased police presence in the area and encourage anyone with concerns to speak to the officers.”

Police said they are carrying out inquiries in the local area and viewing CCTV.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police via 101 quoting incident number 3452 of May 11 2025 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where anonymity can be maintained.