A man is in a critical condition after an alleged serious assault outside a Co-op store.

The 33-year-old suffered serious head injuries in the incident on Union Street in Aberdeen.

Police said the alleged attack occurred around 9.30pm on Wednesday.

He was taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary for treatment.

Two men have been detained in connection with the incident and enquiries are ongoing.

Detective sergeant Rhona Di Meola said: "I would appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time and saw anything to please contact police as we carry out an investigation into the circumstances leading up to this incident."

Anyone with information can contact the police on 101.