A teenager has been arrested and charged with attempted murder following a 'stabbing' at Rutherglen railway station.

British Transport Police said a man, 18, and 14-year-old-boy were arrested in connection with the murder bid, which happened last night at around 5 pm.

The incident left a teenage boy fighting for his life after suffering serious injuries to his chest and lower body.

He was taken to hospital where he is now in a stable condition. 

They force have since confirmed that the younger of the teenagers has been charged, meanwhile the other has been released.

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A British Transport Police spokesman said: "A 14-year-old boy from Glasgow was arrested. 

"He has since been charged with attempted murder and will appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Wednesday October 9.

"An 18-year-old man was arrested at the same time. He has since been released without charge."