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Sarah Vesty

Police hunt balaclava-clad duo after man ‘deliberately’ hit with car in Hamilton

A police probe has been launched after a man was deliberately hit by a car in Hamilton.

The shocking incident took place at around 12.45pm on Wednesday, November 25, at an address in Kelvin Gardens.

A white Ford Fiesta struck the 35-year-old before two men got out of the vehicle and attempted to assault the victim.

The car was found burnt out on North South Road in Cleland (Google Maps)

The car - registration SD11 THV - was driven off in the direction of Udston Road before later being found burnt out on North South Road, Cleland, just hours later.

Officers say the two men responsible for the targeted hit were both wearing black clothing and balaclavas.

No serious injuries have been reported.

They are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or the car driving erratically in the area around the time of the attack.

Detective Inspector Susie Cairns, of Lanarkshire CID, said: “We are appealing to members of the public who may have information that could assist with our investigation. 

“This incident took place in the middle of the day and I would ask if you were in the area or noticed anyone acting suspicious that you get in contact with police.

“I would also ask if you saw the vehicle described being driven erratically on the day of the incident that you get in touch with officers.

“Anyone with any information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 1413 of Wednesday, 25 November, 2020.

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