A major investigation has been launched following a serious assault and abduction in Paisley.
Around 9.25pm on Thursday December 2, police were made aware of three men having been assaulted by a masked gang on Broomlands Street at Maxwellton Street.
One of the victims, a 21-year-old man, was then forced into the back of a dark grey BMW X3 around 9.50pm and driven to Langfaulds Cemetery on Baljaffray Road in Glasgow.
He was further assaulted and threatened as six male suspects stole cash and the victims mobile phone.
The group fled the scene in the BMW X3, along with a black Audi TT.
The victim received treatment for his injuries at hospital and was later released as officers are currently treating the incident as a targeted attack.
Detective Inspector Ian Ross, of Paisley CID, said: “The level of violence and intimidation shown during this incident is shocking. We believe this was a targeted attack.
“We believe there were six suspects involved in this attack and they were seen driving a dark grey BMW X3 and a black Audi TT.
“I’d urge anyone who witnessed the incidents in Broomlands Street or Langfaulds Cemetery to come forward and speak to officers.
"We’re especially keen for anyone who may have captured the incidents on dash cam or private CCTV to check their systems and provide relevant footage to us."
Anyone with information is being urged to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3412 of 2 December.
Alternatively, an anonymous report can be given to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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