A man has been rushed to hospital with 'stab wounds' following a serious assault in Glasgow. 

A 29-year-old was 'assaulted' by another man, who he did not know, near to Green Close in Calton. 

The incident occurred on Monday, December 4 at around 5.15pm. 

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Emergency services attended the scene and the victim was taken to Glasgow Royal Infirmary where he was later discharged.

The suspect is described as wearing dark clothing with a face mask and made off along London Road, heading in the direction of Glasgow Green.

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Detective Constable Scott Newbigging from Shettleston CID said: “A man has been seriously injured in this violent attack and extensive enquiries are ongoing to identify and trace the individual responsible.

“I am appealing for any witnesses who were in the Calton area on Monday evening and saw what happened to please get in touch.

“I would also urge anyone with private CCTV or dash-cam footage which could be of significance to the investigation to come forward.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2613 of Monday, December 4. Alternatively you can speak to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”