Appeal after man attacked by group of teens near Ibrox

There is an appeal for information after a man was seriously assaulted and robbed as he walked along Paisley Road West near Ibrox yesterday morning.

The 28 year-old was approached by four teenagers who surrounded him and kicked him to the ground before attacking him with a bladed weapon and taking his mobile phone.

He was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment and has since been released.

The first suspect is described as a white teenage boy, approximately 5ft10” in height, with a slim athletic build. At the time of the incident he was wearing a light or grey jacket with his hood up, dark trousers and white trainers.

The second suspect is described as a white teenage boy, approximately 5ft10” in height, with a slim athletic build. At the time of the incident he was wearing a navy hooded top and dark trousers.

The third suspect is described as a white teenage boy, approximately 5ft3” in height, who is described as skinny. He is described as possibly younger than the others, around the age of 15. At the time of the incident he was wearing a black hooded top and a red scarf covering his face.

The fourth suspect can only be described as a white teenage boy, around 5ft8, who is described as skinny.

Detective Constable Jessica Burns, Govan CID, who is leading the enquiry, said today:

“This was a shockingly violent attack which cannot be tolerated. We are doing everything we can to identify the teenagers involved and to ensure they are held to account for their actions.

“Given the time of day, we know that Paisley Road West was busy. Pedestrians and passing motorists may have witnessed this disturbance or seen a group of teenagers running along Midlock Street.

“We have been analysing CCTV and conducting door to door enquiries. At this time we are seeking anyone with information to come forward and speak to police if they witnessed anything which could help our ongoing investigation.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Govan CID on 101 or alternatively you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be passed anonymously."