A MAN was hospitalised after being assaulted and robbed in Greenfield Park in Alloa over the weekend.

Police confirmed the victim suffered a minor injury, and are currently investigating the matter.

The incident took place after 5pm on Saturday, July 25; a police presence was observed in the area for several hours afterwards.

A police spokesperson told the Advertiser: “Around 5.40pm on Saturday we received reports of an assault and robbery in the Greenfield Park area of Alloa.

“A 38-year-old man suffered a minor injury and was taken to Forth Valley Royal Hospital for treatment and was released a short time later.

“Enquiries are ongoing.”