Man in a critical condition after an explosion at a cash machine in Clydebank

A 51-year-old man's in a critical condition in hospital following an explosion at an ATM on Glasgow Road.

Detectives are appealing for information after officers were called to the scene outside Premier Stores in Clydebank.

Emergency services attended and the man was taken by ambulance to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment.

Medical staff describe his condition as critical.

Another man is understood to have ran off from the scene.

Extensive enquiries are underway to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

Detective Inspector Fiona Macarthur said: "Enquiries are at a very early stage to establish the full circumstances and officers are currently examining CCTV as well as speaking to local businesses and residents.

"One line of enquiry is that two men were attempting to steal the ATM and one of them has been injured in the process.

"I would appeal to anyone who was in the area late last night and saw or heard anything suspicious to please get in touch.

"Anyone with information is asked to contact Clydebank CID via 101, quoting incident number 3825 of Thursday 11 January 2018. Alternatively you can call CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111 where details can be given in confidence."

• Clydebank