A PARAMEDIC was allegedly punched in the face by a patient they were helping last week.

Around 8.40pm on August 4, an ambulance was attending North Elgin Street, Clydebank.

The 23-year-old woman reportedly became increasingly aggressive and attacked the emergency staff.

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She was subsequently arrested for assault and possession of drugs.

She was held in custody to appear at Dumbarton Sheriff Court.