Cops seek two youths in connection with attempted murder bid in Johnstone

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A teenage boy was stabbed in a broad daylight murder bid in Johnstone. The attack took place around 12.15pm on Wednesday near to Thorn Court in the town.Two youths are said to have attacked the 16-year-old before running off through Thorn Court.It’s understood members of the public attended to the injured 16-year-old until emergency services arrived.An ambulance took the youngster to hospital where he received treatment for stab wounds.

He currently remains in hospital where his condition is described as stable.Cops in Johnstone have now launched an attempted murder probe and are appealing for information to help catch the attackers.Renfrewshire Live, the new free app dedicated to bringing you around the clock breaking news, is now available to download.Powered by the Paisley Daily Express, Renfrewshire Live is your go-to source for news, features and sport with live coverage provided direct to the app, seven days a week.The dedicated team of experienced journalists, responsible for the publication of the award-winning Express, will focus on breaking news, day and night, across Renfrewshire’s towns and villages.There is also a dedicated St Mirren section that will follow every kick of the ball with the Buddies. Available on both Android and Apple.

D ownload here: smarturl.it/RenfrewLiveSocial The first attacker is described as slim, in his mid to late teens, with short brown hair.

He was wearing a dark-coloured track suit top and bottoms the hood up or a baseball cap on.The second attacker was slim, in his mid to late teens, wearing a light-coloured top and a bag around his chest.Police confirmed an 18-year-old man was arrested last night but has since been released pending further enquiries.Officers are gathering