Appeal after man attacked at home in Gartness

Police in Lanarkshire are appealing for information after a man was assaulted at his home in Gartness, Airdrie.

The 39-year-old man was attacked by four unidentified men who gained entry to his home in Moffathill and struck him with hammers.

The incident happened around 5pm on Tuesday, 8 December.

The man suffered injuries to his head which required hospital treatment.

Detective Constable Paul James of Lanarkshire CID said: "Our investigation into this incident is ongoing and we would urge anyone with information, or who saw any suspicious activity around the area on Tuesday, to come forward.

"Our enquiries so far suggest this was a targeted attack with no risk to the wider public.

"Anyone with information can call police on 101, quoting incident 1310 of 8 December, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."

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