A man has been rushed to hospital after a shocking night-time attack in Hamilton.
Police say they were called to a report of a man being assaulted in Low Watters Road in the town on Friday, August 16.
The force was alerted to the incident at around 11.55pm.
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999 crews raced to the scene.
Following that, a 51-year-old man was taken to hospital for treatment.
An investigation into the attack is underway.
A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: "Around 11.55pm on Friday, August 16, 2024 we were called to a report of man having been assaulted in Low Watters Road, Hamilton.
“Emergency services attended and a 51-year-old man was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment.
“Enquiries are ongoing.”
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