Man in hospital after attack in Abronhill
Around 4.10pm the 41-year-old was walking along Laburnum Road when he was approached by a woman and two men.
The group then proceeded to assault the victim before robbing him of his camera and mobile phone.
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Hide AdThe victim was taken to Monklands Hospital where medical staff describe his condition as stable.
The woman is described as aged between 20-35 years, 5’6” tall, with dark brown hair which was tied back in a ponytail and wearing a turquoise tracksuit top.
The first man is described as aged between 30-35 years, of slim build, with short dark brown hair and wearing a dark jacket and dark blue tracksuit bottoms.
The second man is described as aged between 30-40 years, of medium build, bald and wearing light coloured clothing.
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Hide AdDetective Sergeant Iain Sneddon from Coatbridge CID said: “This was a violent attack which left a man in hospital and enquiries are underway to trace the people involved.
“The victim is a keen photographer and had his camera around his neck at the time of the incident and I would appeal to anyone who may have seen him, or a group matching the above descriptions, to get in touch.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact officers at Coatbridge CID via 101 and quote incident number 2992/30. Alternatively you can call CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111 where details can be given in confidence.”