Man in hospital after car 'deliberately' driven at him and set on fire in Stirling

A man has been left in hospital following a hit and run murder bid in Stirling.

Emergency services were called after a 26-year-old man was struck by a black Ford Fiesta that was deliberately driven at him on Stirling Road, Fallin.

Police said the car did not stop and drove off in the direction of Stirling.

The incident happened at around 9.15pm on Tuesday.

The injured man was taken to Forth Valley Royal Hospital where his condition is described as stable.

Following the incident, police received a report of a Ford Fiesta on fire on Sheriffmuir Road.

Police Scotland opened an investigation into the attempted murder and is urging anyone with information to come forward.

Detective inspector Yvonne Moreland said: “Extensive enquiries are continuing to gather more information on this attempted murder and trace the occupants of the car.

“The vehicle involved, which was found in Sheriffmuir, has been recovered.

“We are urging any witnesses to the attempted murder, or anyone who seen the car being driven between Fallin and Sheriffmuir to contact us.

“If anyone has any personal footage or dashcam that may hold information that is relevant to this investigation, please get in touch.

“Any information should be passed to Police Scotland through 101 quoting reference number 3777 of May, 13.

“Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.”