A SELKIRK man has sustained serious injuries in a brutal attack in the town.

The incident happened between 9pm and 11pm on Saturday, November 3 in the Bannerfield area of the town.

A 20-year-old man was badly hurt and was taken to hospital for brain scans.

And officers are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

Sergeant Jacqi McGuigan said: "We believe there were a number of people around when this incident took place and we are appealing to anyone who may have seen something and not yet spoken to the police to come forward.

"Anyone with information can call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 4834 of 3rd November, or make a call anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."