Police are appealing for information after reports of a 12-year-old girl being assaulted in Ellon.
The incident took place at around 1pm this afternoon, near the Meadows Sports Centre.
Sergeant Scott McKay said: “We are aware that this incident was filmed and that there may be footage circulating on social media sites.
“We would ask that anyone with information gets in touch with us on 101 using reference number CF0136460618.
“Inquiries are ongoing and officers are following a positive line of inquiry.”