Appeal for information following serious assault in Bridgeton, Glasgow

Detectives in Glasgow are appealing for information following a serious assault in the Bridgeton area of the city.

Around 12.45pm on Tuesday, 2 August, 2022, officers were called to a report of a 49-year-old man having been stabbed at Bridgeton Cross.

He was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment.

Medical staff describe his condition as serious but stable.

Detective Constable Sarah Steven, of Shettleston CID, said: "Enquiries are at an early stage to establish exactly what has happened and I am appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the assault, or noticed anything suspicious, to contact us.

"A man sustained serious injuries as a result of this incident and it is vital we trace whoever is responsible.

"Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland via 101 quoting incident number 1398 of Tuesday, 2 August, 2022.

"Alternatively, calls can be made anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

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