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Man hospitalised by balaclava thugs after serious assault in Lanarkshire

A man has been hospitalised with head injuries following a “serious assault” in Uddingston.

The incident happened around 2pm on Thursday within a premises on the town’s Main Street, and saw the man injured by two men wearing balaclavas.

Now police are asking for help in catching those responsible in what they are calling a “targeted attack”.

Detective Inspector Susie Cairns told Lanarkshire Live : “This appears to have been a targeted attack and we do not believe there was any risk to the wider public.

“It took place in premises on a busy road, with numerous members of the public present, so we are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward.

“We’re also keen to hear from anyone with potential dashcam footage or private CCTV from the area, as it could prove vital to our enquiries.”

Both suspects are described as between 20 and 30-years-old and were wearing balaclavas, black trousers, black long sleeved tops, black footwear and a sleeveless high-vis vest.

The first man was between 5ft 8in and 5ft 10in tall and of slim to medium build.

The second man was between 5ft 7in and 5ft 8in and also of a slim to medium build.

Both were seen making off from the area in a dark grey/blue Volvo.

The victim was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital where he was treated for head injuries.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 101,

Information can also be left anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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