Hunt for vicious thugs after 43-year-old man is targeted STREET ATTACK
Detectives yesterday continued to hunt for two suspects following a serious assault in East Kilbride.
A 43-year-old man was taken to Hairmyres Hospital after a “targeted” attack in The Murray.
He was walking with a friend along Telford Road at its junction with Freeland Lane when two men launched a violent attack.
Cops have launched an investigation to identify those responsible.
Detective Constable Colin Thapar said: “We believe this was a targeted attack. What we need to establish is why this victim was targeted.”
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The other suspect is described as being a “little older” and around 6ft tall with a thin build and short brown hair.
Officers have been carrying out door-to-door enquiries and are checking CCTV images for any additional information which could help the investigation.
They are appealing for a good Samaritan who helped the victim to come forward.
Detective Constable Colin Thapar said: “We believe this was a targeted attack, however, what we need to establish is why this victim was targeted.
“We are continuing to carry out enquiries in the area and I am appealing to local people to contact us.
“In particular, a lady who came to the victim’s aid, I would ask this lady to contact us as she may hold vital information which could assist our enquiries.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact CID officers at Cambuslang police office via 101.
Alternatively, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.