Man dies after getting into difficulty at canal in Glasgow

The 39-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene.

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A man has died after getting into difficulty in the water of the Clyde and Forth Canal.

Police attended the scene at Cadder Road in North Glasgow on Saturday evening.

The 39-year-old man was recovered by members of the public, with emergency services attending.

However, he was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after.

His death is not being treated as suspicious by police.

A spokesperson for Police Scotland, said: “Around 6.30pm on Saturday, officers attended Cadder Road, Glasgow, following reports of a man in difficulty in the water.

“The 39-year-old was recovered by members of the public and emergency services attended, but he was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later.

“The death is not being treated as suspicious, and inquiries are ongoing.”

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