A 15-year-old boy has been left permanently disfigured after three men assaulted him at a house in Ardrossan.

The attack took place at around 1.30am on Saturday at an address in Seton Street.

The teenager was treated at Crosshouse Hospital for head and chest injuries before he was discharged.

Detective constable Jennifer Carruth at Saltcoats CID said: "This was a distressing experience for the young victim and he will be left with permanent disfigurement from his injuries.

"It is vital that we trace the persons responsible as soon as possible.

"I would appeal to anyone who was in the area at that time and saw anything suspicious or anyone who has any information about this incident to contact police immediately via telephone number 101.

"Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where anonymity can be maintained."