A woman has been arrested after two police officers were injured in an alleged hit and run in Larkhall, South Lanarkshire. The incident occurred on Glen Avenue at around 2pm on Saturday, July 25.
Police Scotland and the Scottish Ambulance Service responded to a report that two uniformed officers had been knocked down. The force confirmed the pair had been carrying out enquiries at a property when a white Renault Traffic was deliberately driven at them.
Officers hospitalised
The two male officers, aged 41 and 43, were taken to hospital with serious injuries. Both have since been discharged but will remain unfit for duty for a prolonged period.
Detectives investigating the attempted murder have arrested a woman in connection with attempting to pervert the course of justice. The 34-year-old was arrested and charged on Friday, August 14, and is due to appear at Hamilton Sheriff Court on Tuesday, August 18.
Man still sought
A man is still being hunted in connection with the incident, with extensive enquiries ongoing. More than 80 properties have been searched throughout Lanarkshire and the Scottish Borders, and significant CCTV footage has been reviewed. Door-to-door enquiries have allowed police to track the man's movements since the incident.
Images from the scene showed the injured officers lying on the tarmac after being rammed. A large police and ambulance presence later descended on the area. The van was recovered in Kirkstyle Place, Glassford.
Police appeal
Detective Inspector Alister Thom said: “This act of violence left two police officers seriously injured and significant enquiries remain on going to trace the man responsible. We know he has been travelling throughout Lanarkshire, Glasgow and the Scottish Borders and know that he is being assisted by associates. If you know where he is, or have information which could assist us, I am urging you to do the right thing and contact us immediately in confidence.”
Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland on 999, quoting incident number 1652 of 25 July, 2026, or speak to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
