Appeal to track down man who was ‘hit by car in murder bid’

The incident, involving a Ford Focus, is reported to have happened in Glasgow at around 6.25pm on Thursday.

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Police have issued an appeal to track down a man who was hit by a car during an alleged murder bid in Glasgow.

The incident, involving a Ford Focus, is reported to have happened on Sandbank Street in the Maryhill area at around 6.25pm on Thursday.

A 19-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the incident and has been released on an undertaking to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court.

On Saturday, Police Scotland appealed for the man who was reportedly struck by the car to come forward.

He was described as slim, around 18-21, 5ft 10in, and was wearing a blue tracksuit.

Police believe he sustained a head injury as a result of the incident and was walking with a limp.

Detective sergeant Stephen Palmer, of Maryhill CID, said: “Our enquiries are ongoing to trace the victim of this incident and we are looking for the public’s assistance to trace him.

“We believe the victim sustained injuries as a result of the incident and we want to ensure he is okay.

“We are keen to speak to the victim and would urge him or anyone with information to contact police via 101.”

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