Two men have been arrested and charged after a police officer was mowed down by a car in North Ayrshire earlier this week.
The attempted murder happened in Eglinton Place, Kilwinning, at around 1.30am on Tuesday.
The 28-year-old female officer sustained serious leg injuries and was taken to University Hospital Crosshouse for surgery, where she remains.
On Friday, Police Scotland said a 58-year-old man had been arrested and charged in connection with the murder bid and is due to appear at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court on Monday.
A 59-year-old man has also been arrested and charged in connection with the incident and was due to appear in court on Friday.
A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.
Detective inspector Stephen McCulloch said: “I would like to thank members of the public for their positive response to this appeal and also reassure the local community that Police Scotland will continue to tackle violent crime, ensuring the area is a safe place for everyone.
“Anyone with information or concerns regarding crime in their community is urged to contact their local police station or 101.”
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