Woman critical and man left with head injury after being attacked by 'group of men with weapons'

Two men have been arrested after the attempted murder of a woman and serious assault of a man in Greenock

They were attacked on Belville Street just before midnight on Friday by a group of men, armed with weapons

The 37 year-old woman was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital where her condition is described as critical.

The 43 year-old man is being treated for a head injury there also and is in a serious condition.

Two men aged 31 and 36 have been arrested in connection.

Detective Sergeant Ross MacDonald is appealing for information. He said: “This was an extremely violent attack on this man and woman and I am appealing to anyone who was in the Belville Street area around the time of the incident last night, who may have witnessed this attack take place, or who was driving by and may have dash-cam footage to come forward to police.

“I would like to speak to the driver of a grey Mini who was in the Street at the time, as she may have information that is vital to this investigation.

“Officers are currently carrying out enquiries in the local area, and uniformed officers are also providing public reassurance and I would ask anyone with concerns to speak to officers.”

Anyone with information that will help the ongoing investigation should contact Greenock Police Office through 101 quoting reference number 5831 of 28th June. Alternatively Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained