Woman seriously injured in street disturbance in Aberdeen

Hutcheon Street was closed following the incident

A woman has been charged after another woman was left in a serious condition following a disturbance in Aberdeen.

Emergency services were called to the city's Hutcheon Street at about 00:50 on Tuesday.

Police Scotland said the 33-year-old woman was taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.

A 36-year-old woman has been arrested and charged in connection with the incident. She is expected to appear in Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Wednesday.

Police said a 37-year-old man who was arrested in connection with the incident has been released without charge.

A report has been sent to the procurator fiscal.

Forensic examinations have been taking place