A murder probe has been launched after a man was brutally attacked in Uddingston.
David Graham, from Cambuslang, was viciously assaulted while walking alone in the General's Gate area of the town on Sunday, October 6, at around 7.35pm.
Members of the public came to his aid until an ambulance arrived.
After that, the 38-year-old was rushed to hospital by ambulance, however, he was sadly pronounced dead on arrival.
His relatives have been made aware.
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Officers say they are interested in a silver car which was seen parked near the scene and which then drove off.
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Cops are urging anyone with information on the shocking attack to get in touch.
Detective Chief Inspector Graham McCreadie, Major Investigation Teams West, said: "Our thoughts are with Mr Graham's family and friends at this extremely difficult time.
"A dedicated team of officers are working to get them answers and identify those responsible.
"We have already spoken to a number of people who came to Mr Graham’s aid until the ambulance arrived and I would like to thank them for their assistance.
"However, I am still keen to speak to anyone else who was in the area at the time and may have seen or heard anything suspicious.
"Please get in touch with officers."
He added: “We would also urge any motorists with dashcams who were in General’s Gate or Old Glasgow Road areas on Sunday night to check your footage.
"You may have captured something which could be of significance to our investigation.
"We understand that incidents of this nature can cause concern for the local community but please be assured we are doing everything we can to identify those involved.
"There will be additional patrols in the area as we carry out our enquiries and anyone with any concerns can approach these officers.
"We have also set up a website that gives members of the public access to a form to send information directly to the Major Investigation Team, which can be submitted anonymously if you wish.”
"The portal can be accessed at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/SCOT24S14-PO1.”
A spokesperson for Police Scotland added: "Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 3143 of Sunday, October 6, 2024.
"Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111."
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