A MAN has been rushed to hospital after he was allegedly 'stabbed' in Cumbernauld. 

Emergency services were called to Ash Road at around 8.15pm yesterday following a report of a serious assault. 

A 23-year-old man was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital by ambulance following the incident. 

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It is understood he had been stabbed. His condition is not known. 

Police said an 18-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the alleged incident. 

Enquiries are ongoing. 

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Around 8.15pm on Friday, 3 May, 2024 officers were called to reports of a serious assault at Ash Road in Cumbernauld.

"Emergency services atteneded and a 23-year-old man was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital by ambulance.

"An 18-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident. Enquiries are ongoing.”