Man arrested in connection with attempted murder after 'targeted attack'

A 28-year-old man is due in court on Wednesday in connection with the Paisley attack.

Man arrested in connection with attempted murder after targeted attack on Stock Street, Paisley © Google Maps 2023

A man has been arrested in connection with an attempted murder in Paisley.

The incident took place on the town’s Stock Street at around 9pm on Saturday.

A 24-year-old man was found with “life threatening” injuries and was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital by ambulance for treatment.

Police have confirmed a 28-year-old man had been arrested in connection with the alleged attack.

He is due to appear at Paisley Sheriff Court on Wednesday.