A TEENAGE boy was taken to hospital after being seriously assaulted last night in central Glasgow.

Emergency services, including police and ambulance rushed to Jamaica Street around 9.40pm on Sunday, April 3.

A 14-year-old was taken to Glasgow Royal Infirmary with injuries.

Police Scotland has confirmed that officers have launched an investigation.

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A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Around 9.40pm on Sunday, April 3, 2022, officers were called to a report of a 14-year-old male having been seriously assaulted in Jamaica Street, Glasgow.

"He was taken to Glasgow Royal Infirmary to be treated for his injuries.

"Officers are following a positive line of enquiry."