Appeal for information following serious assault, Blantyre Mill Road, Bothwell

Detectives in Lanarkshire are appealing for information after a man was seriously assaulted on Blantyre Mill Road, Bothwell.

The incident occurred at approximately 6.00pm on Friday, 22 October, 2021 where a 35-year-old male was assaulted with a weapon.

The suspect is described as a man of stocky build, around 6 ft tall, who was wearing a green hi – vis jacket.

Detective Constable Christine McLanachan from Cambuslang CID said: “This incident resulted in the victim requiring treatment at hospital for a head wound and left him badly shaken.

“I am appealing for anyone with information about this crime, or the man involved to please come forward.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Cambuslang CID by calling Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 2925 of 22 October, or alternatively Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.