© Google Maps 2025A man was taken to hospital with “lacerations” following a serious assault near a school in West Dunbartonshire.
Emergency services were called to Cardross Road at the junction of Brucehill Road at around 3pm on Monday, following reports of a man injured.
A 25-year-old was taken by ambulance to Royal Alexandra Hospital where he was treated for his injuries and then released.
Police have said the incident occured near a primary school within a busy area and have appealed for any witnesses to come forward.
Detective Constable Nic Neeson said: “Enquiries are at an early stage to gather more information on the circumstances surrounding this incident and trace the person responsible.
“This is a busy area with a primary school nearby. I would appeal to anyone who was on Cardross Road at Brucehill Road around 3pm on Monday afternoon and witnessed this attack, or anyone with information that may assist our investigation to contact us.
“I would also ask any drivers with dashcam to please review their footage and get in touch if it holds anything relevant.”
Information should be passed to Police Scotland through 101 quoting reference number 1744 of January 6. Alternatively Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.
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