NewsUK NewsPolice ScotlandA 12-year-old boy has been charged in connection with the alleged sexual assault of an eight-year-old girl at a playpark in Macduff, Aberdeenshire.17:55, 19 Aug 2026Updated 17:56, 19 Aug 2026A 12-year-old boy has been charged in connection with the alleged sexual assault of an eight-year-old girl at a playpark in Aberdeenshire.Officers launched an investigation after receiving a report of an incident in the Duff Street area of Macduff on Monday, August 10.Police Scotland has since confirmed that a 12-year-old boy was arrested and charged in connection with the alleged sexual assault, reports Aberdeen Live.A report is due to be submitted to the procurator fiscal.A spokesperson for Police Scotland previously said: “Enquiries are ongoing following a report of the sexual assault of an 8-year-old girl in the Duff Street area of Macduff on Monday, August 10, 2026.Article continues below“Officers are following a positive line of enquiry.”Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌CrimePolice Scotland