Woman and dog injured in 'targeted attack' as police launch manhunt

Emergency services were alerted to the attack that happened at a property in Lochaber Drive, Rutherglen, on Tuesday evening.

Woman and dog injured in ‘targeted attack’ in South Lanarkshire as police launch hunt for Kia — Assault: A white, medium-sized Kia car stopped outside the house before the incident. Google Maps

Beth Franklin

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A woman and her pet dog have been injured in a “targeted attack” in South Lanarkshire.

Emergency services were alerted to the attack which happened at a property on Lochaber Drive, Rutherglen, at around 9pm on Tuesday.

A 47-year-old woman was seriously assaulted, and her dog was also injured.

The woman was taken to hospital for treatment, and the dog was treated by a vet.

Officers said they believe it was a targeted attack.

Police Scotland established a white, medium-sized Kia car stopped outside the house before the incident, and a man was seen to get out of the passenger side.

The force is now urging anyone with information regarding the attack to come forward.

Detective constable Debbie Walker said: “This was a terrifying event and it is imperative we trace those responsible, however there is not believed to be any risk to the wider public.

“I am asking people with information to contact us. If you have dash cam from Lochaber Drive and the surrounding area around 9pm, please check the footage as it could have captured vital images which could assist us in identifying those responsible for this attack,” she said.

“Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 3517 of Tuesday, April 15, 2025. Alternatively, please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.”