Police swarm Hilton asylum seeker hotel and arrest three men after ‘stabbing’
Police launched an investigation after a man was attacked at a hotel used to accommodate asylum seekers in Aberdeen.
The incident took place at around 10.45 yesterday morning at the Hampton by Hilton hotel in Westhill, which has been used to accommodate refugees since 2023.
Following the incident, a 26-year-old man was injured in his face.
While 3 people were detained in connection with the attack, a gun was also seized at the scene.
While Police Scotland stated that investigations were ongoing, they said that there was no wider risk to the public and that they would stay at the hotel.
A Police Scotland spokesman said: ‘Officers were called to a premises in the Gordon Park area of Westhill, Aberdeenshire, at around 10.45am on Friday 28 November 2025, following reports of an assault.
‘A 26-year-old man was attacked by a group of men and suffered facial injuries as a result. A gun was seized at the scene.
‘While three people were detained regarding the incident, the investigation continues. ‘The incident is believed to be under control and there is no wider risk to the public.’
Police launched an investigation after a man was attacked at a hotel used to accommodate asylum seekers in Aberdeen. Picture: Men sitting on the floor of an immigration hotel in Aberdeen
The incident took place at around 10.45 yesterday morning at the Hampton by Hilton hotel in Westfield (pictured), which has been used to accommodate refugees since 2023.
West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine MP Andrew Bowie said: ‘This is deeply disturbing. I have been in contact with the Police in the past regarding security arrangements at the hotel and will be addressing this again on behalf of the community.
‘The most important thing now is that they have the time and space to investigate this incident.’
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A Home Office spokesman said: ‘This is a terrible incident and our thoughts are with those affected. Violence in refugee accommodation is unacceptable and perpetrators will face the full force of the law.
‘The safety and welfare of all asylum seekers remains a priority for the Home Office and we are determined to ensure they receive the support and protection they need.’
