A CYCLIST has been injured after a man got out of a car and 'attacked' him. 

The incident happened at around 7.30pm on Thursday, June 1 at the junction of Kelvin Gardens and Hillhouse Road in Hamilton. 

The 47-year-old man was cycling with a 14-year-old boy when a man got out of a car and assaulted him.

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The cyclist sought medical treatment for his injuries and reported the incident to police on June 5. 

The 14-year-old boy was not injured. 

Police are now appealing for anyone who was in the area at the time and saw the assault, or anyone with dashcam footage, to get in touch. 

Officers have been reviewing CCTV from the area and say the motive for the attack is unknown. 

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Detective Constable Stephen Belcher said: "The motive for this attack is unknown and it’s vital we find the person responsible for this attack.

"From our enquiries, so far, we know the area was busy with people and motorists and I am appealing to anyone who was in the area who may have seen something to contact us.

"Ideally, if anyone has dash cam footage from the area, please pass it on as it could assist our investigation."

The suspect is described as being white and in his early 20s to 30s with blonde spiky hair. 

He was wearing Stone Island clothing. 

Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 3125 of June 5.

Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.