A man is in hospital after he was struck with a weapon in the Possilpark area.

The incident occurred yesterday at around 2.30pm on Saracen Street, near to Balmore Road.

Cops have launched an investigation to trace the suspect.

The 45-year-old victim was taken to Glasgow Royal Infirmary for treatment.

Police Scotland confirmed that they are treating this incident as attempted murder. 

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The suspect made off on foot heading north towards Closeburn Street.

He is described as white, of slim build and in his late 20s, early 30s. 

At the time of the incident he was wearing a black jacket, green shorts, white trainers, black facemask and a Burberry scarf.

Detective Sergeant Gillian Alexander, Maryhill Police Office, said: "This was a very violent and targeted attack and therefore we are treating this as attempted murder.

"It is vital that we trace the person responsible and officers have been making door to door enquiries and checking CCTV.

"We would appeal for anyone with any information to get in touch with us. The area was busy at the time of the incident and therefore we know that a number of people would have seen this take place. 

"We urge you to come forward." 

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Anyone with any information can contact Police via 101, quoting incident number 2043 of Friday, June 4, 2021.

Alternatively information can be passed on anonmously by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.