Police are hunting a van driver after a deliberate attack on two uniformed officers in Larkhall. The officers were seriously injured when a white Renault Traffic was rammed into them on Glen Avenue at around 2:10pm on Saturday.
Officers injured in attack
Two male officers, aged 41 and 43, were taken to hospital with serious injuries. The 41-year-old has since been released, while the 43-year-old remains in a stable condition. No other injuries were reported.
The van was later recovered in Kirkstyle Place, Glassford. Police are treating the incident as attempted murder and are urgently trying to trace the driver, described as a white male, 6ft tall, wearing dark shorts, a grey jumper and a beige baseball cap.
Police appeal for information
Detective Inspector Gary Smillie said: “This was a deliberate and despicable attack on two officers who were simply carrying out their duties. Extensive enquiries are ongoing and I am appealing for anyone who was in the area around the time and witnessed the incident to contact us. I would also appeal to anyone in the area who may have dash cam footage or private CCTV which could assist to get in touch. Any information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, could assist with the investigation.”
Chief Inspector Paul Doyle said: “Violence is not part of the job for police officers – it is not acceptable and will not be tolerated. I would like to reassure the community that we are working to trace the person responsible and will continue to carry out enquiries in the local area. We are speaking to members of the public and there will be additional patrols in the area, and would encourage anyone with any information or concerns to speak to officers. Our thoughts are with the officers, their families and colleagues at this time. We will continue to offer them all the necessary support.”
Anyone with information should contact 101 quoting reference 1652 of 25 July, 2026, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
