29-year old arrested after attempted murder in Cambuslang

Published 8th Mar 2019

A 29-year old man's been arrested after an attempted murder in Cambuslang last night. It's after a 45-year old man flagged down a car in Braeside Place at 10:20pm to ask for assistance.

An ambulance was called and he was taken to hospital and treated for multiple stab wounds.

Medical staff describe his condition as stable.

A 29-year old man has been arrested in connection with the incident and enquiries are ongoing.

Detective Inspector Alan McDonald from Cambuslang CID said: “Enquiries are at a very early stage to establish what has happened here and it is vital that anyone with information comes forward.

“The attack may have taken place in a property nearby, with the victim then coming out into the street for help and I would appeal to anyone who was in the vicinity of Braeside Place who saw or heard anything at all suspicious to please get in touch.

“Additional patrols will be in the area to provide reassurance to members of the public and I would urge anyone with information or concerns to approach the officers on patrol who will be happy to assist.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Cambuslang CID via 101, quoting incident number 4139 of Thursday 7 March 2019. Alternatively you can call CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111 where details can be given in confidence.''