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Man charged with attempted murder after pedestrian hit by car in Glasgow city centre
A man has been charged with attempted murder after a pedestrian was struck by a car in an alleged hit-and-run in Glasgow city centre. Emergency services were called to the scene on Glassford Street after the alarm was raised at around 4.35am on Sunday, October 4. Ambulance crews attended and the male pedestrian was rushed to hospital for treatment. His condition currently remains unknown.
Mental health nurse unmasked after using AI to create sick pics of kids
A mental health nurse who used AI to create naked images of children has been struck off the nursing register. George Nish, who worked as a charge nurse at Ailsa Hospital in Ayr , was convicted last November of offences relating to the creation and possession of indecent images of children. Last week, a Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) panel ruled that his offending was so serious that allowing him to remain a registered nurse would undermine public confidence in the profession.
Serving Police Scotland officer sentenced for violent offences against woman
A serving police officer has been sentenced for violent offences against a woman. Jay Skivington, 24, was handed 160 hours of unpaid work and a five-year non-harassment order at Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Wednesday, October 7. He had previously pleaded guilty at the same court on August 17. A report will now be prepared for the Deputy Chief Constable to consider whether misconduct proceedings should be brought.
First picture of 'lovely woman' who died after being hit by Range Rover in Ayrshire
Tributes have been paid to a "lovely woman" who died after being hit by a Range Rover in East Ayrshire. Emergency services were called to Muirkirk Road on the A70, near Cumnock , following reports of a serious crash involving a pedestrian and a white Range Rover Evoque at around 8.05am on Friday, October 2. The pedestrian, a 66-year-old woman, was taken to hospital for treatment to serious injuries, but since sadly passed away. The woman has been named as Jacqueline Young, from Cumnock.
Heartless Glasgow woman went to Blackpool and abandoned pets at home without food or water
A heartless woman left her pets alone while she went on holiday to Blackpool as animal welfare inspectors were forced to kick down the door to rescue the animals. Catherine Ann Stewart left several animals inside her Glasgow home without access to food or water while she was away. Among them was a nine-week-old kitten called Blade, who had been left trapped in a bedroom without food, water or even a litter tray.
Mum of premature baby saved by blood transfusions issues plea for Scottish donors
A mum whose premature baby daughter needed two life-saving blood transfusions has urged Scots to donate blood as stocks across the country face a “significant drop”. Caitlyn Stewart's daughter Millie was born at just 28 weeks in February weighing only 670 grams. The tiny tot spent 10 weeks in neonatal intensive care at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, where she received her first blood transfusion when she was just four days old.
Mum of premature baby saved by blood transfusions issues plea for Scottish donors
A mum whose premature baby daughter needed two life-saving blood transfusions has urged Scots to donate blood as stocks across the country face a "significant drop". Caitlyn Stewart's daughter Millie was born at just 28 weeks in February weighing only 670 grams. The tiny tot spent 10 weeks in neonatal intensive care at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, where she received her first blood transfusion when she was just four days old.
John Swinney insists Emma Caldwell inquiry will get to the truth amid cover-up fears
John Swinney has dismissed fears that a public inquiry into the police investigation of Emma Caldwell's murder will be a “cover-up”, with the First Minister insisting the probe will “get to the truth” about what happened. He spoke out as concerns were raised in Holyrood that the inquiry would only cover up to 2015 – some nine years before serial rapist Iain Packer was convicted of Ms Caldwell's murder.
Paedophile headteacher hounded out home by angry mob chanting 'beast'
A paedophile ex-headteacher was hounded out his Perth home by protesters who gathered outside the property and demanded he leave. David Cowling, 87, was escorted from the property in May Place on Saturday by police officers. A heavy police presence attended the scene to separate him from the angry mob.
Busking bagpiper boy, 12, donates £17,000 to pipe band after Edinburgh mob incident
A bagpiping schoolboy who was mobbed by a group in an "intimidating" livestream incident in Edinburgh has donated more than £17,000 to his school pipe band. Elliot Wilson, 12, was busking in Princes Street Gardens last month when he and his mum Lynsey were approached by a large group of young people with social media influencer J2hundred. The youngster claimed he was repeatedly asked to play while being filmed and livestreamed , before an unknown liquid was sprayed over him and his pipe case.
Jagtar Singh Johal 'not a free man' despite bail release and remains in 'grave danger'
A Scottish activist who was released from an Indian jail after being detained for almost nine years is still in a “really dangerous and precarious situation”. Dan Dolan, the deputy chief executive officer of the human rights organisation Reprieve, said that although Jagtar Singh Johal may have been released from prison on bail on Thursday, he is “still in really grave danger” and under “very serious restrictions” while he is in Delhi.
Jagtar Singh Johal 'not a free man' despite bail release and remains in 'grave danger'
A Scottish activist who was released from an Indian jail after being detained for almost nine years is still in a "really dangerous and precarious situation". Dan Dolan, the deputy chief executive officer of the human rights organisation Reprieve, said that although Jagtar Singh Johal may have been released from prison on bail on Thursday, he is "still in really grave danger" and under "very serious restrictions" while he is in Delhi.
Jagtar Singh Johal finally released from Indian prison after nine years
A Scottish Sikh activist who has been detained in India for almost nine years has been released from prison after a court ordered his immediate release. Jagtar Singh Johal, from Dumbarton, was arrested by Indian authorities over alleged terrorism in 2017 while visiting the country for his wedding and has remained in custody ever since. The 38-year-old blogger was granted bail last month, but was still being held.
Jagtar Singh Johal finally released from Indian prison after nine years
A Scottish Sikh activist who has been detained in India for almost nine years has been released from prison after a court ordered his immediate release. Jagtar Singh Johal, from Dumbarton, was arrested by Indian authorities over alleged terrorism in 2017 while visiting the country for his wedding and has remained in custody ever since.
My girl lay dead on floor as cops and ambulance argued over her body but I've won fight for change
The family of a schoolgirl who la y dead on her bedroom floor for nine hours have won their fight to change policy around the body removal of youngsters who die at home. The Record previously reported how Lucy Grant, 17, died after suffering an epileptic seizure at her house in Johnstone on April 15, 2025.
"My girl lay dead on floor as cops and ambulance argued over her body - but I've won fight for change"
The family of a schoolgirl who lay dead on her bedroom floor for nine hours have won their fight to change policy around the body removal of youngsters who die at home. The Record previously reported how Lucy Grant, 17, died after suffering an epileptic seizure at her house in Johnstone on April 15, 2025.
Brazen thieves filmed ripping cash machines from Scottish bank in overnight raid
Shocking footage has captured the moment an ATM ram-raid gang ripped a machine from the wall of a bank in the Borders.
Brazen thieves filmed ripping cash machines from Scottish bank in overnight raid
Brazen thieves have been filmed using a stolen telehandler to ram into a Royal Bank of Scotland branch in Peebles and rip two cash machines from the wall. Dramatic footage shows the heavy machinery, which combines a forklift truck blades with a crane's extended reach, dragging the ATMs from the bank before they were loaded onto a horsebox attached to a waiting pick-up truck.
Scottish school pays tribute to former pupil who died in Ukraine fighting Russian forces
A Ukrainian refugee who attended a Scottish secondary school after fleeing the Russian invasion has been killed in action aged just 21. Arkadii Petrov and his family arrived in Kirkcudbright at the start of the war after leaving their home country. He later returned to Ukraine and joined the fight against Russian forces in eastern Ukraine. Kirkcudbright Academy announced the tragic news in a post on social media, paying tribute to the former pupil, who had not long turned 21.
Dramatic moment car bursts into flames after crash in Glasgow
Dramatic footage has captured the moment a car burst into flames following a two-vehicle crash on a Glasgow street. Emergency services were called to Cumbernauld Road, near the junction with the M8 and Gartloch Road, at around 7.30pm on Sunday, September 27, reports GlasgowLive. Police Scotland said the collision resulted in one of the vehicles catching fire. Footage shows huge yellow and orange flames engulfing the front of the car as thick black smoke poured into the sky.
Scottish school pays tribute to former pupil who died in Ukraine fighting Russian forces
A Ukrainian refugee who attended a Scottish secondary school after fleeing the Russian invasion has been killed in action aged just 21. Arkadii Petrov and his family arrived in Kirkcudbright at the start of the war after leaving their home country. He later returned to Ukraine and joined the fight against Russian forces in eastern Ukraine.
Dramatic moment car bursts into flames after crash in Glasgow
Dramatic footage has captured the moment a car burst into flames following a two-vehicle crash on a Glasgow street. Emergency services were called to Cumbernauld Road, near the junction with the M8 and Gartloch Road, at around 7.30pm on Sunday, September 27, reports GlasgowLive. Police Scotland said the collision resulted in one of the vehicles catching fire. Footage shows huge yellow and orange flames engulfing the front of the car as thick black smoke poured into the sky.
I bled for 10 months straight but was told it was because I was young and fit
A PE teacher suffered years of unexplained bleeding which experts said was due to high fitness levels before she was finally diagnosed with a rare blood-clotting disorder. Paige Brodie, 23, was diagnosed with Type 1 Von Willebrand Disease, VWD, after enduring heavy periods, frequent nosebleeds and bruising since childhood. At one stage, the Aberdeen woman bled continuously for 10 months and became so severely anaemic that she passed out.
Camper with distinctive tattoos missing on Isle of Mull since Thursday
Officers are appealing for help to trace a camper who disappeared two days ago on the Isle of Mull. Michal Jurkowski was last seen at around 9pm on Thursday, September 24, at Catchean Campsite in the Fionnphort area. Police Scotland said they are growing concerned for his welfare and are carrying out enquiries to establish his whereabouts. Michal is described as around 5ft 8in tall with long blonde hair and a beard. He also has distinctive tattoos on his neck.
British man and Greek wife feared among six people dead in Athens building blast
A British man and his Greek wife are believed to be among those killed in a building collapse near the Acropolis in Athens, according to local reports. Emergency crews recovered six bodies following an explosion in the Plaka tourist district on Friday morning, Greek broadcaster ERT said. The Briton and his partner were reportedly both in their 70s and living on the second floor of the building overlooking the Hadrian's Gate monument.
A9 crash sparks fireball as two cars burst into flames with road closed in both directions
The A9 was closed in both directions for six hours after a crash caused two cars to burst into flames. Dramatic footage sent to the Record shows huge flames and thick black smoke rising into the air at Moy. Emergency services were called to the scene at around 2.04pm on Saturday, September 26, after reports of a collision involving two vehicles. It happened near a section of the A9 currently being upgraded as part of the Dualling Programme.
Glasgow council fire and rehire plan 'should never have escalated to this,' says union
The plan to fire and rehire more than 23,000 Glasgow City Council workers “should never have escalated to this”, a union has said. The council announced on Friday evening (September 25) it had reached an understanding after the Scottish Government intervened in a long-running equal pay dispute, agreeing to halt a threat to sack thousands of non-teaching staff. Talks are expected to resume next week over outstanding issues, reports the Daily Record.
A9 crash sparks fireball as two cars burst into flames with road closed in both directions
The A9 has been closed in both directions after a crash caused two cars to burst into flames. Dramatic footage sent to the Record shows huge flames and thick black smoke rising into the air at Moy. Emergency services were called to the scene at around 2.04pm on Saturday, September 26, after reports of a collision involving two vehicles. It happened near a section of the A9 currently being upgraded as part of the Dualling Programme.
Glasgow City Council fire-and-rehire threat 'should never have escalated to this'
A union has said a threat to fire and rehire 23,000 Glasgow City Council (GCC) workers "should never have escalated to this" after the Scottish Government had to intervene in the long-running equal pay dispute. The council announced on Friday evening it reached an understanding after discussions, agreeing to halt a threat to sack thousands of non-teaching staff. Talks are expected to resume next week over outstanding issues.
British man and Greek wife feared among six people dead in Athens building blast
A British man and his Greek wife are believed to be among those killed in a building collapse near the Acropolis in Athens, according to local reports. Emergency crews recovered six bodies following an explosion in the Plaka tourist district on Friday morning, Greek broadcaster ERT said. The Briton and his partner were reportedly both in their 70s and living on the second floor of the building overlooking the Hadrian's Gate monument.
Camper with distinctive tattoos missing on Isle of Mull since Thursday
Officers are appealing for help to trace a camper who disappeared two days ago on the Isle of Mull. Michal Jurkowski was last seen at around 9pm on Thursday, September 24, at Catchean Campsite in the Fionnphort area. Police Scotland said they are growing concerned for his welfare and are carrying out enquiries to establish his whereabouts. Michal is described as around 5ft 8in tall with long blonde hair and a beard. He also has distinctive tattoos on his neck.
Jay Slater's mum on horror of seeing body after tracing son's final steps in Tenerife
Jay Slater's mum has returned to Tenerife to retrace her son's final steps – and revealed the “horror” of accidentally seeing photographs of his dead body. Debbie Duncan has travelled back to the island nearly two years after 19-year-old Jay disappeared during a holiday in June 2024, sparking a huge search operation.
Tributes to Scotland's youngest cop who saved the lives of others after tragic death aged 23
A young police officer who died unexpectedly aged just 23 was able to save the lives of several others after donating his organs. Cyprian Kromiszewski, from Fauldhouse, made history in 2019 when he joined Police Scotland just days before his 19th birthday, becoming the youngest officer in Scotland.
CCTV of six teens released after man rushed to hospital in serious Edinburgh assault
Police have released images of six teenagers they want to speak to following a serious assault in Edinburgh which left a 34-year-old man hospitalised. The incident happened at around 10.55pm on Saturday, August 29, on Rodney Street , at the junction with Broughton Road. Officers have released images of six males they believe may be able to assist with their ongoing enquiries. They are all described as being aged between 16 and 18.
CCTV images of two men released after serious assault in Glasgow city centre
Police have released CCTV images of two men they believe may be able to help with an investigation into a serious assault in Glasgow city centre. A 43-year-old man was attacked on Argyle Street , near Queen Street, at around 11.05pm on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. Detectives have now released images of two men they wish to speak to as part of their enquiries. The first man is described as white and of large build, with mid-length brown hair.
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CCTV of six teens released after man rushed to hospital in serious Edinburgh assault
Police have released images of six teenagers they want to speak to following a serious assault in Edinburgh which left a 34-year-old man hospitalised. The incident happened at around 10.55pm on Saturday, August 29, on Rodney Street, at the junction with Broughton Road. Officers have released images of six males they believe may be able to assist with their ongoing enquiries. They are all described as being aged between 16 and 18.
Mum of Scots lawyer murdered in US says lack of answers over daughter's death is 'heartbreaking'
The mum of a Scottish lawyer who was allegedly murdered and dismembered in Los Angeles says the lack of information from US authorities has made her grief even harder to bear. June Bunyan, 37, from the Isle of Arran, was found dead at her LA apartment in September last year, shortly after giving birth to her daughter Regina. Police in America were called to June's flat after her husband Jonathan Renteria was found injured in a hotel room.
I left school at 15 to work in a sausage factory - now I earn £60k a year
A woman who left school at 15 to work in a sausage factory is now a project manager on a £60,000 salary - and she even publishes books in her spare time. Cheryl Stewart, 39, received poor grades and assumed she'd work in a factory for the rest of her life. After encouragement from her sister, Cheryl, from Blackridge in West Lothian , got a temp role at a medical research company aged 18, and worked herself up the ranks, to a project manager position.
Sandie Peggie trial told nursing union made worker feel like 'a bigot' over gender views
A former Royal College of Nursing (RCN) worker has said the union made her feel like a “bigot” due to her opinions on sex and gender. Former RCN policy officer Lisa Mackenzie gave evidence on the second day of nurse Sandie Peggie's employment tribunal against the RCN on Thursday. Ms Mackenzie resigned from her post in 2019 after being investigated by her employer for some work she was doing outside of her role with the union.
My twin sister's kidney was flown to Scotland and transplanted the same day - she saved my life
A mother with Crohn's disease who was told her kidney damage was “irreversible” has been given her “life back” after her twin sister's kidney was flown from Ireland to Scotland and transplanted the same day. Helen Mair, 50, a senior healthcare assistant for the end of life charity, Marie Curie, who lives in South Lanarkshire , started experiencing “horrendous” pain and increased frequency in bowel movements from 2005 onwards.
Sinister CCTV images capture men cops want to trace in connection with spate of fire-bombings
Sinister CCTV images have been released of three men that police want to trace in connection with a spate of fire-bombings. The men appear to be lurking in a field in footage released by Police Scotland, as detectives appeal for information. Smoke can be seen rising from the ground in the images in a grassy area near trees, while the three figures appear to be walking through the area.
Death of mum who died amid Covid outbreak at Tesco store to be probed after NHS 24 response
The death of a mum who died from Covid-19 amid an outbreak at a Tesco store in Greenock during the pandemic is to be probed. Ann Carrigan Weir, 55, died at home on January 6, 2021, after contracting coronavirus. The 55-year-old's death came amid concerns about a Covid outbreak at the supermarket where she worked. At the time, her heartbroken family confirmed she had died, while a second staff member at the Greenock Extra store also lost their life.
'I left school at 15 to work in a sausage factory - now I earn £60k a year'
A woman who left school at 15 to work in a sausage factory is now a project manager on a £60,000 salary - and she even publishes books in her spare time. Cheryl Stewart, 39, received poor grades and assumed she'd work in a factory for the rest of her life. After encouragement from her sister, Cheryl, from Blackridge in West Lothian, got a temp role at a medical research company aged 18, and worked herself up the ranks, to a project manager position.
Busking bagpiper boy 'hounded in J2hundred livestream' vows to keep on playing
A Scots schoolboy has vowed to keep playing his bagpipes in public despite being mobbed by a group in an "intimidating" livestream incident with social media influencer J2hundred. Elliot Wilson, 12, was busking in Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh on Saturday afternoon when he and his mum Lynsey were approached by a large group of young people.
Glasgow children's nurse caught in £200,000 drugs and dirty cash raid struck off
A children's nurse caught in a £200,000 drugs and dirty money raid has been struck off. Kiran Farooq, 34, was jailed for four years last year this year after admitting being concerned in the supply of cocaine and MDMA The Nursing and Midwifery Council ruled her offending was “fundamentally incompatible” with remaining on the nursing register. Farooq was arrested in Glasgow's Finnieston on December 30, 2023, after police suspected they had witnessed a drugs transaction.
Bride-to-be's Las Vegas wedding at risk after Glasgow flight cancelled
A Las Vegas bride-to-be has been left “completely stressed out” after her flight from Scotland to London was cancelled amid air traffic control issues . Barbara Ann Stoddart was due to fly from Glasgow to Heathrow with groom Andrew Lithgow on Monday, alongside their three children, the best man and a friend.
Teaching union demands suicide prevention classes in Scotland's schools
One of Scotland's biggest teaching unions has backed calls for suicide prevention training to be given in schools amidst a youth mental health crisis. NASUWT, which represents teachers across the UK, says it is “vital” that pupils and teachers are equipped with the skills to support young people in crisis. It comes after the Daily Record launched its Save Young Lives in November last year in response to an alarming number of youth suicides.
Woman dies at popular dog walking spot as police called to Erskine beauty area
A woman has died at a popular dog walking spot in Erskine. Police were called to Boden Boo in the town at around 6.45pm on Sunday, September 20, following reports of a body being found. The woodland and riverside area on the River Clyde is a popular destination for walkers and dog owners. Police Scotland said the woman's next of kin are aware. Her death is not being treated as suspicious.
Scots flights 'hit by air traffic control issues again' as passengers warned of delays
Passengers flying from Scotland are facing distruption this morning due to air traffic control problems restricting the capacity of Scottish airspace. Flights arriving at and departing from Glasgow Airport have been affected, while a number of delays are also showing on the live departures board at Edinburgh Airport. The disruption is understood to be linked to a failure affecting the Flight Data Processing System (FDPS) at NATS' Prestwick Centre .
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