Teen charged over 'unprovoked masked gang' attack

A 16-year-old male has been charged in connection with an incident in which four teenagers were subjected to an unprovoked attack by a masked gang in Fife.

The four boys were walking on Pettycur Road in Kinghorn, close to Pettycur Bay beach, at about 20:20 on 9 April when they were assaulted by 20-30 youths.

They were taken to Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy and will require follow-up treatment.

The 16-year-old was released on an undertaking to appear at Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court at a later date.

Police Scotland said extensive inquiries were under way to trace those responsible.

The attackers were all aged between 15 and 17 years old, with some wearing balaclavas or face coverings.

Ch Insp Scott Davidson said officers were following further positive lines of inquiry.

He said patrols would remain in the area until the investigation was completed.

"Officers are continuing to carrying out extensive inquiries into this serious incident," he said.

"I urge anyone who has not already spoken to police, and may have information which could assist our investigation, to get in touch."