Man found dead at city park as police launch investigation

An investigation has been launched after a man was found dead in a Glasgow park.

Emergency services were called to Barrowland Park in the city’s East End following reports of concern for a man at around 2.20am on Saturday (Oct 24). The man was pronounced dead at the scene.

The force say they are currently treating the death as unexplained.

The park remains sealed off as enquiries continue.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 2.20am on Saturday, 24 October, 2026, we were called to a report of concern for a man found on Watson Street, Glasgow.

“Emergency services attended, however, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

“Enquiries are ongoing to establish his identity.

“The death is being treated as unexplained and enquiries are continuing.”

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