COPS have launched a murder investigation after an elderly man was stabbed in a late night attack in Glasgow's East End.

The shocking attack happened at around 12.25am on Abercromby Street in the Calton.

Police say the man was attacked where Abercromby Street meets Stevenson Street.

The elderly man was taking to Glasgow's Royal Infirmary but he he died a short time later.

Police have now launched a murder investigation and enquiries are ongoing.

 

Glasgow Times:

A large chunk of the Calton and Bridgeton was cordoned off as murder cops probed the incident. 

A police guard also stood outside a property in Green Street. The officer was stationed at the front entrance of the close and no access was allowed to the public. 

Glasgow Times:

Most locals were shocked to wake up to a police cordon this morning, and admitted they had heard nothing over night.

One woman, who did not want to be named, said: "When I saw the police tape I immediately thought it was drugs related. 

"We have a big problem with drugs in this area. It is normally quiet but when something does happen drugs are usually to blame."

A resident expressed her frustration at drug dealing and anti social behaviour in the area. 

She said: "I am forever phoning the police. This area is rife with people taking drugs."

Another resident expressed her shock at the news. 

She said: "That's shocking how could someone do that to an old man. 

"I can't believe this happened and not far from St Mary's Chapel either."

Glasgow Times:

Patients attending Bridgeton Health Centre are being stopped at a police cordon. 

Anyone with an appointment is being asked to sign into the 'crime scene' by police . 

A queue of patients could be seen standing on Abercromby Street this morning as officers carried out their investigations.