A man was "specifically targeted" by three men who attacked him with a bladed weapon on a Clydebank street on Saturday evening.
At around 4.50 pm, the 35-year-old was walking on Hume Street near the junction with Belmont Street when he was directly approached by the trio who then seriously assaulted him.
The assailants - two of whom were dressed in black with their faces covered - then ran off in the direction of Belmont Street and Argyll Road.
The man was later treated at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow.
Police are now appealing for anyone who might have seen the attack take place.
Detective Constable Ross Gemmell, said: "At this time, we believe the injured man was specifically targeted, however, have yet to establish a motive as to why that was the case.
"Officers have been checking CCTV and making local enquiries since the attack but are appealing to anyone who may have seen the assault or has any information that may assist with their enquiries to get in touch.
"Two of the men were dressed in black clothing with a snood covering their faces and the third was dressed in a light blue top and light blue shorts."
Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 2440 of Saturday, January 13, 2024. Alternatively, details can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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