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A 28-year-old woman was subjected to a terrifying sexual assault by four men in the Pollok area of Glasgow.

She was targeted around 12 pm on Tuesday, August 2 while walking through an underpass leading to Boydstone Road, from Fairhill Avenue.

Police understand she may have been specifically targeted because one of the men involved knew her.

Officers are looking for anyone with information on those involved or who witnessed the attack to get in touch.

The victim was not seriously injured but was left shaken by the incident .

The first man is described as white, between 40 and 49 years of age, of medium build, and was wearing a black coat and jeans.

The second man is described as white, between 30 and 40 years of age, of slim build, and was wearing a dark coloured tracksuit.

The third man is described as white, between 30 and 40 years of age, and was wearing a red hat and green t-shirt.

The fourth man is described as white and in his mid 30s.

Detective Inspector Graeme McLachlan from Greater Glasgow’s Public Protection Unit said: “This attack happened in broad daylight close to a busy shopping centre and it is understood that the victim may have been targeted because she was known by one of the men involved.

“Officers have been carrying out extensive enquiries however we still need to speak to anyone who may have been in the area around the time of the incident.

“In particular, we would like to speak to two women and a man, who had blond hair and was wearing a dark coloured tracksuit possibly as part of a work uniform, who were seen walking in the direction of Fairhill Avenue as the incident was taking place.

“Anyone who was in the area around the time of the incident and saw what happened, or witnessed anything out of the ordinary, is asked to contact the Public Protection Unit at London Road Police Office via 101. Alternatively you can call CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111 where details can be given in confidence.”