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POLICE have closed off part of Stewartfield in East Kilbride after a man was found lying injured in the street.

The injured male is understood to have gun shot wounds and is now being treated at Hairmyres Hospital.

Police told the News a passer by found the man lying near to the James Hamilton Heritage Loch on Stewartfield Way, near to Stewartfield Crescent this afternoon.

Police are currently at the scene where enquiries are ongoing.

Inspector Mark Leonard said he wanted to assure residents there is no threat to the wider community.

An incident room has been set up at The Kittoch pub on Stewartfield Crescent.

Anyone with information in relation to this incident is urged to contact police on 101 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.