15-year-old boy arrested and charged after death of 70-year-old man

15 April 2024, 09:17

Police were called to the Victoria Road area on Friday night
Police were called to the Victoria Road area on Friday night. Picture: GoogleMaps

By Flaminia Luck

A 15-year-old boy has been arrested and charged in connection with the death of a 70-year-old man in Glasgow.

Listen to this article

Loading audio...

Police were called to the Victoria Road area following the reported serious assault of a 70-year-old man at around 11.55pm on Friday.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.

The 15-year-old is expected to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Monday.

Emergency services rushed to the scene
Emergency services rushed to the scene. Picture: Google Images

Read more: Three people dead and two injured after horror car crash at Staples Corner in London

Detective Inspector Alan Ferguson said: “At this time, our thoughts remain with the deceased’s family and friends, as they come to terms with their tragic loss.“I would like to thank the local community for their assistance with our enquiries.”

Police have said the family of the deceased have been informed and they request privacy at this time.

More Latest News

See more More Latest News

The smoke has been sighted miles away

Smoke visible for miles as warehouse fire on industrial estate forces businesses to be evacuated

Prime Minister visit to Nissan car plant

Japanese automaker Nissan reports 92% jump in profit as sales surge

Ready meals, fizzy drinks and ice creams are some of the worst ultra-processed foods, a study has found (File image)

Ultra-processed foods ‘boost risk of early death’ - find out which ones you really should avoid

Israel Palestinians

Rafah’s hospitals will run out of fuel in three days, WHO says

Deaf toddler has hearing restored after world first gene therapy trial that could be 'potential cure'

Deaf toddler has hearing restored after world first gene therapy trial that could be 'potential cure'

Russia Putin Inauguration

Russia celebrates victory in World War II at Victory Day parade

Temperatures will soar as high as 26C over the weekend

Exact date UK will be hotter than Spain as temperatures set to soar to 26C

Kamonnan Thiamphanit, also known as Angela, died at the property

Mystery as family of Thai murder victim say her iPad played 'five hours of violent rap' before and after disappearance

Natalie Elphicke has clearly 'had a massive 180° change in views' as she was 'on right of Tory Party' minister tells LBC

Natalie Elphicke has clearly 'had a miraculous overnight massive 180 degree change in views' minister tells LBC

Survivor Henry De Los Rios Polania with his daughter (left) and Daniel Anjorin (right) who died in the attack

'Hero' dad who fought off Hainault attacker says 'miracle' saved family as he was convinced they were 'going to die'

Rubiales will stand trial and faces over two years behind bars

Disgraced Spanish football boss Luis Rubiales to stand trial over Jenni Hermoso World Cup kiss and could face jail time

Waitrose executive director James Bailey said he thinks the era of cheap food is coming to an end

The ‘era of cheap food is over,’ warns Waitrose boss

Exclusive
Cornel West told LBC academic bosses they should be proud of their students over the protests.

‘Shame on you Rishi Sunak’: Activist at centre of US campus protests criticises PM’s continued funding of Israel

Mr Zahawi announced he is stepping down

Tory exodus grows as former Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi to stand down at next election in latest blow for Rishi Sunak

OLY Paris Torch Arrival

Torchbearers in Marseille to kick off Olympic flame’s journey across France

Harry was joined for the service of thanksgiving by close relatives of his mother

Prince Harry backed by Diana's family at Invictus Games service after being snubbed by King twice during UK visit