A KNIFE thug in a red hooded robe chased and slashed a man during a violent attack in Tollcross.

Murder cops are now investigating the attack which happened on Saturday night at around 9.20pm.

They are treating the attack as attempted murder after a 25 year-old man was walking along Dalness Street, near to Ard Street when he was chased and attacked by another man with a knife.

Emergency services attended and the victim was taken to Glasgow Royal Infirmary where he remains in a stable condition.

The suspect is described as white, in his 20s and was wearing a red hooded robe, with white lining.

Detective Constable Jacqueline Harris, Shettleston Police Office, said:

“This was a violent attack and therefore we are appealing to anyone with any information regarding this incident to come forward so we can find the person responsible.

“The suspect was dressed unusually, in a red hooded robe with white lining – likened to that of a bathrobe. Think back, do you remember seeing anyone wearing anything similar last night?

“Officers have been checking CCTV in the area as well as making door to door enquiries. It happened in a residential area and therefore you may have heard or seen something unusual which could help us. We urge you to come forward.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police via 101, quoting incident number 4279 of Sunday 15 September 2018. Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.