Police have arrested three youths after a boy was allegedly attacked in the street by a gang.

The boy, 15, was left seriously injured after the incident in Wishaw, North Lanarkshire, on Monday last week.

He was walking with a friend in Wishaw, North Lanarkshire, when he was allegedly assaulted by the group at around 4.30pm on Laurel Drive.

On Monday, police confirmed two 15-year-olds and a 14-year-old were arrested. Another 14-year-old was reported to the procurator fiscal.

A statement from Police Scotland said: "Three youths, aged 15, 15 and 14, have been arrested in connection with the incident.

"It is anticipated they will appear at Hamilton Sheriff Court on Monday.

"Additionally, a 14-year-old boy has been reported to the procurator fiscal in connection with the incident."