Police are looking for the people responsible for a shooting in Hamilton.

At 10:25pm, police responded to Derby Street, Nawton, Hamilton after receiving reports a man had been shot.

The man was transported to hospital in a serious condition, says Detective Sergeant Ian Foster:

"An investigation is underway to establish exactly what has occurred and enquiries are being made to find the offenders, who left the scene in a car.

"A scene examination on Derby Street will continue this morning."

Police are keen to talk to anyone who was in the area last night and may have information of interest to the investigation.

People can contact Hamilton Police on 07 858 6200 or call Crimestoppers anonymously via 0800 555 111.