Two men have been charged following an alleged murder bid in Balloch.
A 23-year-old man was attacked by a group of masked people at around 3.05am on Wednesday, January 11.
He was rushed to the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Paisley where he was treated for a serious head injury. He has since been released.
Police Scotland has confirmed two men, aged 26 and 28 years have been arrested and charged in connection with the alleged offence and enquiries remain are ongoing.
Officers have also launched an appeal for more information.
Detective Sergeant Kieran Bewick at Clydebank CID said: “This was a particularly violent attack which left the victim with a serious head injury that required medical attention.
“We believe that the assault on the 23-year-old man may be linked to another incident which occurred the evening before on Tuesday 10 January around 11.20 pm in Murrroch Avenue, Dumbarton.
“On this occasion two vehicles, with masked occupants, threatened persons within a house and vandalised the house and vehicles before making off.
“It is vital that anyone who witnessed either of the incidents or anyone with dash-cam footage relating to them contact police immediately.”
Anyone with information should contact police via 101 quoting reference number 0250 of 11 January 2023. Alternatively, calls can be made to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where anonymity can be maintained.
