Search for woman missing after River Kelvin incident enters day five

Emergency services were called to a report of concern for two people in the water in Glasgow's West End.

Search for woman missing after River Kelvin incident enters day five STV News

The search for a missing woman after an incident in Glasgow’s River Kelvin on Wednesday night has entered its fifth day.

Emergency services were called to a report of concern for two people in the water near to Eldon Street shortly before 6pm on October 11.

A man was rescued by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment.

Police confirmed that a search for a 59-year-old woman is still ongoing.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 5.45pm on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, we received a report of concern for two people in the water at the River Kelvin, near to Eldon Street, Glasgow.

​”A man was rescued by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

“Searches are ongoing for a 59-year-old woman who remains missing.”

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