A MAN was found unconscious in a back garden after he was attacked in Springburn.

The man received a head injury during the assault which happened on Thursday.

Police were called to Elmvale Street at around 8.45pm.

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The force took the man to Glasgow Royal Infirmary.

The area was sealed off as officers carried out their investigation into the attack.

The Evening Times understands that police are following a positive line of enquiry.

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A force spokeswoman said: "At about 8.45pm on Thursday, June 27, police received a report of a man who was seriously injured and unconscious in the backyard area of Elmvale Street

"Emergency services attended and the man has been taken to the Glasgow Royal Infirmary

"Enquiries are ongoing."

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