Man dies after 'serious assault' as teen arrested

A 70-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene on Friday evening.

Man, 70, dies after ‘serious assault’ in Glasgow as teen arrested Getty Images

A teenager has been arrested after a man died following reports of a “serious assault” in Glasgow.

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

The man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Officers arrested a 15-year-old male in connection with the incident as enquiries remain ongoing.

A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: “Around 11.55pm on Friday, April 12 2024, police were called to the Victoria Road area of Glasgow, following the reported serious assault of a 70-year-old man.

“The man was subsequently pronounced dead at the scene.

“A 15-year-old male has been arrested in connection with the incident and inquiries remain ongoing.”

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