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Man, 21, dies and another injured following city centre assault in Glasgow
Overview
A 21-year-old man has died in hospital following a serious assault in Royal Exchange Square, Glasgow City Centre, during an incident reported early on Sunday. A second 21-year-old man sustained minor injuries. Police have arrested a 20-year-old man in connection with the assault, while inquiries into the death remain ongoing.
Key points
- Police were called to Royal Exchange Square in Glasgow City Centre at about 03:05 on Sunday following reports of a disturbance.
- A 21-year-old man was seriously injured in the assault and subsequently died in hospital on Monday.
- A second 21-year-old man suffered minor injuries during the incident.
- A 20-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with the assault and is due to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court.
- A 19-year-old man was also arrested in connection with the disturbance but has been released pending further inquiries.
- Police Scotland have stated that no one has yet been arrested in connection with the man's death and extensive inquiries are ongoing.