A man was arrested in connection with indecent communication with a child in East Killbride. 

Officers made the arrest around 1.15pm on Maxwellton Road. 

The 29-year-old man is set to appear in court at a later date. 

It is understood the alleged offences took place through a mobile app. 

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A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: "Around 1.15pm on Saturday afternoon a 29-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with indecent communication with an older child.

"He was released on an undertaking to appear at Hamilton Sheriff Court at a later date. 

"A report has been submitted to the Procurator Fiscal."