19 year old man left 'scarred for life' after being stabbed in Clydebank

A 19 year old man's been left scarred for life after being stabbed in Clydebank

He had to be treated for injuries to his face, hand and arm after the attack on West Thompson Street around 10.30pm on Friday.

The teenager was cycling when he was assaulted by two men in balaclavas - police say they aren't sure if it was a targetted attack or not.

The 19 year old made his way to his home to raise the alarm, and was taken by a family member to the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Paisley for treatment.

Police were then made aware of the incident by medical staff.

He remains in hospital where staff describe his condition as stable.

The men involved in the attack are described as wearing black balaclavas and dark clothing. One of the men was wearing a black 'Berghaus' fleece.

Officers are speaking to locals and checking available CCTV to try to trace the two men responsible.

Detective Constable Adam McCreery is dealing with this incident. He said:

"This was a very frightening incident for the young man concerned who has received injuries which will leave him scarred for life.

"We are still trying to establish a motive for this serious assault however we would appeal to anyone in the area of West Thompson Street who may have witnessed the incident to come forward to police. We are not yet sure whether this was an attack in which the victim was the intended target but we are keeping an open mind to all possibilities.

"The area in which the incident happened is very residential with a number of flats and houses nearby so I am hopeful that we may have some witnesses who live in the area who might be able to help.

"I would urge anyone who may have any information to contact myself or my colleagues at Clydebank Police Station via 101, quoting incident number 0068. Alternatively, any information can be passed in confidence to Crimestoppers via 0800 555 111.