darrensp via iStockA man is in hospital after a ‘corrosive substance’ was thrown on him in targeted attack in Glasgow.
The incident took place in the Rathlin Street area at around 3am on Sunday.
The 50-year-old man was taken to hospital for treatment to serious injuries.
Police are searching for a man in connection with the attack, which is being described as targeted.
The suspect is described as a white, in his late 30s to early 40s, around 5ft 11in in height and of medium build.
He had dark brown/black hair, which was curly at the top and shorter at the sides.
Detective Constable Mark Garner said: “We believe this was a targeted incident and we are asking anyone who was in the area at the time, saw what happened or heard a disturbance, to get in touch.
“I am also asking anyone who has private CCTV or doorbell footage in the area to review this for anything which may assist our enquiries.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0660 of Sunday, July 19, 2026.
Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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