Police are hunting for the driver of a car after a woman was raped in the early hours of Monday.

Images of the silver Ford Fiesta have been released by detectives investigating the attack in Thornliebank, East Renfrewshire.

The rape is said to have taken place near Eastwood Crescent in Thornliebank around 12.05am.

Police say they are keen to trace the driver and the vehicle, and warned people to take care while on festive nights out.

The car was seen on Kilmarnock Road, Shawlands, around midnight and two 18-year-old women were seen entering it. It was later seen in Carnwadrick Road, Thornliebank.

The driver of the car is described as being of either Asian or Eastern European appearance, aged between 30 and 40, with dark hair and eyes. At the time, he was wearing a dark coloured T-shirt.

No further details of the attack have been released.

Detective inspector Graeme McLachlan said: "Our enquiries into this incident are continuing. We are keen to trace both the driver and the vehicle as it is believed that this may result in information that can assist the police with this investigation.

"I would like to speak to anyone one was in the vicinity of Kilmarnock Road, Shawlands, between midnight on Sunday 4 December and the early hours of Monday 5 December, who may have seen a light coloured Ford Fiesta in the area.

"Anyone who has any information that could assist our enquiries is asked to contact the Greater Glasgow Public Protection Unit via 101 or alternatively Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where anonymity can be maintained.

"Although this is an isolated incident, I'd like to remind people of a few simple safely steps that they can take to help ensure a safe, festive night out in Glasgow: If you're coming into the city for parties or to meet friends for drinks, stay with your friends, charge your phone and make sure you know how you are getting home.

"Plan ahead- book your taxi in advance, use tried and trusted taxi companies or get a friend to pick you up.

"If you're having a drink or two, be sensible - ensure you are aware of what you are doing, where you are going, and who with. Have fun, but above all, stay safe."