Teenager charged with attempted rape of woman in Arbroath

An 18-year-old man has appeared in court accused of the attempted rape of a woman in Arbroath.

Police were called to the incident on Arbirlot Road, near Monymusk Road, at about 06:10 on Monday.

Ashton Douglas, from Arbroath, made no plea during an appearance in private at Forfar Sheriff Court.

The case was continued for further examination and he was released on bail.