Wishaw police hunt men in balaclavas after ‘attempted muder’ in broad daylight
A man was found seriously injured after being attacked by men with weapons, police say
Police in Wishaw are appealing for information following an alleged attempted murder in broad daylight.
Officers were called to a report of a man found seriously injured after being attacked by men with weapons in Wingate Street at around 1.30pm on Monday.
The suspects, who were all wearing black balaclavas, made off from the scene in a grey SUV.
Emergency services attended and a 31-year-old man was taken to hospital for treatment.
Detective Inspector Vicki Douglas said: “We believe this was a targeted attack on the victim and extensive enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances and identify those involved.
“We are appealing for anyone who was in the area at the time and witnessed what happened, or noticed a vehicle driving off at speed, to come forward.
“We would be particularly keen to hear from members of the public with private CCTV or dashcam footage which could be of significance.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact us on 101, quoting incident 1495 of Monday, 17 August or speak to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”