A MAN is to appear in court today in connection with the serious assault at a house in Alloa yesterday.
Police were called out to the Whins Road area in the early hours of Wednesday, following reports of an ongoing disturbance.
A 23-year-old male was left with severe cuts to his head and face and was taken to hospital.
The Advertiser believes a weapon was used in the attack, though police are still investigating the circumstances.
Officers stood guard at the property for most of the day, with forensic teams also on the scene carrying out their inquiries.
Police Scotland have confirmed a 25-year-old male will appear at Alloa Sheriff Court later today.
A spokesperson said: "Police in Forth Valley were called to Hutton Park in Alloa at 2.15am on Wednesday 26 April following a report of a serious assault.
"A 23-year-old man sustained non life-threatening head and facial injuries at an address in Whins Road and was taken to Forth Valley Royal Hospital.
"A 25-year-old man has been charged in connection with this and is due to appear at Alloa Sheriff Court on Thursday, April 27."
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