Murder probe after man found dead in property

A murder investigation has been launched after a man was found dead in Glasgow.

Officers were called to a report of concern for a person at a property in the Caldwell Avenue area of the city at about 3.35pm on Monday, Police Scotland said.

The body of a man identified as 28-year-old Josh Taplin was discovered.

Inquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of the death.

Detective Chief Inspector Graham McCreadie said: “Our thoughts are with the family of Josh at what is a very difficult time. They are being supported by specialist officers.

“It is vital that we find answers for them and we are appealing for information as our inquiries continue.

“We believe this is an isolated incident and there is no threat to the wider public. Officers remain in the area and anyone with concerns can speak to them.”

He asked for anyone in the area at the time to contact Police Scotland, including anyone with CCTV or dash-cam footage from the time, on 101, quoting incident number 2069 of May 5, or anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via the public portal at mipp.police.uk/operation/SCOT25S21-PO1.