Shocking footage has shown a sickening attack on a man as he was battered by three thugs in East Kilbride.
In the video the victim can be heard screaming in pain for mercy, telling his attackers they had broken his leg.
The Record understands that the victim received hospital treatment for leg and head injuries after the incident outside Scholar's Gate in the town, shortly after 7pm on Sunday, April 30.
The video shows three men attacking the victim, who is believed to be 21, with one in particular raining sickening punches and kicks on the man's head and body. In the clip he can be seen stamping down on the victim as he lays defenceless on the ground.
He then picks the victim up and slams him onto the ground as a passing car beeps its horn. One of the men involved can be seen trying to pull the man away from the victim, whilst another attacker runs into shot with his hood up and aims kicks at the victim.
In the footage the attackers can be heard shouting “come on then ya wee shan,” with the victim screaming “you've broke my leg, my leg's broken broken - you've got me, my leg's genuinely broken”.
Police have since launched a probe into the incident and they are appealing for information.
DC Frank Donaghy said: “Our enquiries into this incident are ongoing. We understand there were other people in the area around the time who may have witnessed this disturbance. We would urge anyone who may have information to get in touch.”
Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 101. Information can also be left anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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