Police in plea for help over brawl attacks

Thursday 4 October 2012

Police in plea for help over brawl attacks

POLICE are appealing for information after three men were injured in a street brawl.

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As revealed in later editions of yesterday's Evening Times, the fight happened in a car park near shops in Hamilton's Mill Road at about 8am yesterday.

Two men, aged 20 and 22, were taken to Hairmyres Hospital in East Kilbride where they are in a serious but stable condition. It is believed they were stabbed.

A third man, aged 30, was taken to Wishaw Hospital. He was released after treatment.

Detective Inspector David Tassie said: "We do not believe that this was a random assault.

"I would appeal to anyone who may have information to contact us on 01698 483 300 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

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