A 63-year-old man was stabbed last night in Sauchie (Tuesday, February 10).
The incident took place on a footpath in Holton Crescent around 7.05pm.
He was taken to Forth Valley Royal Hospital with serious injuries.
Police think this was a targeted attack and are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information to come forward. The authorities are looking for a man who they describe as white, aged 35 to 45, around 6ft tall, and of medium build with a red or auburn beard.
He was wearing a dark blue hooded jumper, dark trousers, and white trainers. It is believed he left the scene in a dark SUV style vehicle with a light-coloured roof box.
Detective Constable Jenna Alexander said: “We are following a positive line of enquiry and want to reassure the local community that we are using all resources available to find the person responsible for this attack.
“There will be an increased police presence in the area and anyone with concerns can approach these officers.
"I’d urge anyone who recognises the description or saw what happened, to come forward. Anyone with private CCTV, doorbell or dash-cam footage in the area is asked to review this for anything which may assist our investigation."
Anyone who can help should contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 2726 of 10 February.
Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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