A worker at homeless accommodation was scalded when a kettle of hot water mixed with sugar was thrown over her.He admitted assaulting a woman by throwing the mixture over her head and body to her injury.Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.
The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.The attack happened at Lindsay House in Kittoch Street, East Kilbride, on July 4 last year.The addition of sugar helps water stick to skin and can make burns worse. Fortunately, the victim in this case was not left with permanent scars.
McCall was also accused of throwing water over a Lindsay House resident, struggling with him and striking him on the head with the kettle.Sheriff John Speir jailed McCall, who admitted previous convictions, for six months. And did you know Lanarkshire Live is on Facebook? Head on over and give us a like and share!