Murder investigation launched after man, 28, found dead in home
A murder investigation has been launched after a man was found dead within a Glasgow home on Monday.
Emergency services were called to a property on Caldwell Avenue in the Knightswood area of the city at around 3.35pm following reports of concern for a person.
Josh Taplin, 28, was discovered dead inside.
Detectives are treating the incident as murder. Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surround the death.
No arrests have been made in connection.
Detective Chief Inspector Graham McCreadie, of the Major Investigation Team, 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 enquiries continue.
'If you were in the area at the time and saw anything that could assist with our investigation then please get in touch, no matter how small that piece of information might be.
'In particular, I am asking people to check private CCTV footage and see if anything has been captured that could be important. Likewise, if you were driving in the area and have dash-cam that could assist, please contact us.
'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.'
Those with information are asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2069 of Monday, May 5.
People wishing to remain anonymous can call 0800 555 111.
A dedicated Major Incident Public Portal has also been set up and information can be passed anonymously on the following link – https://orlo.uk/Vz7aQ
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