A hunt has been launched for two men who shot a man in the street.
A 30-year-old man was approached by two men in Lynn Walk, Balloch, around 6.50pm on Thursday when he was gunned down.
The pair then made off from the scene before the victim was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital where he is undergoing treatment for serious injuries.
His condition is not thought to be life-threatening.
Detective Inspector Steve Martin, the officer in charge of the enquiry, said: "At this time our information leads me to believe that this may not be a random attack and that the injured man was the intended victim.
"I am appealing for anyone who was in Lynn Walk, or the Balloch area, around the time of the shooting and seen anyone in a vehicle acting suspiciously to come forward.
"While you may not think what you witnessed is significant, let the police know and we will be the judge.
"Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland via 101 - quoting reference 3427 of 20 December 2018.
"Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
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