Detectives have today began their hunt for a killer after a man was found dead in a flat.
Frederick McGettigan was discovered in the flat in Auchinairn, near Bishopbriggs, at around 8.30am on Wednesday.
Police raced to the scene to find the 51-year-old dead after the alarm was raised.
We revealed yesterday that the death was being treated as unexplained but following a post mortem examination, Police Scotland have now launched a murder probe.
Yesterday, the street was sealed off as dozens of cops searched for clues which could lead them to the killer.
Forensics were also at the scene combing for clues while top detectives from Police Scotland’s Major Investigations Team carried evidence bags to their cars.
The main thread of the investigation is piecing together the victim’s movements from when he visited a friend’s house in Balornock on Sunday to the events leading to his death.
Police also admit they have yet to establish a motive for the killing.
Detective Chief Inspector Bob Frew, Major Investigation Team, said: “We are working to establish the exact circumstances surrounding the death and a motive for this murder.
“We are in the process of piecing together Ricky’s movements and we know he was last seen on Sunday morning around 10.20am when he visited a friend in Balornock. We are now trying to ascertain where he went next and establish the circumstances of what ultimately led to his murder.
He added: “I am appealing to local residents for any information. Did anyone hear a disturbance, did you see or hear anything that seems a little suspicious. Please think back and consider if you have any information which could assist our investigation and help us trace whoever is responsible for this man’s murder.”
Residents had to sign in and out to gain access to their homes.
One woman, who lived on the street, did not know the victim who also goes by the name Ricky.
She said: “I have lived here for six years. I know there is a man around that age who lived in that block but I don’t know much about him.
“He seemed pleasant enough and it is terrible to think what happened to him.”
Chief Inspector Gerry Corrigan reassured the public and promised extra patrols for the area.
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