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ITV News
3 days ago
- ITV News
Two Scottish men shot dead outside bar in Malaga, reports say
Two Scottish men have been shot dead outside a bar in Malaga, according to reports in Spain. A gunman opened fire outside Monaghans Bar, located on the Fuengirola seafront, on Saturday night, local news site Diario Sur reported. The attack reportedly took place at around 11pm, when a car pulled up outside the bar and a masked man got out, before opening fire on the two as they stood outside the venue. The gunman then fled in the car, the report continued, with both men dying at the scene. A popular Irish-themed bar with locals, Monaghans was playing the Champions League final on Saturday evening, shortly before the incident. A local government official told the BBC that it is believed the two men are Foreign Office said it had not been contacted for consular assistance in relation to the incident but would offer assistance if asked.
Scotsman
3 days ago
- Scotsman
Two Scots shot dead in Costa del Sol bar
Gunman escaped after late night shooting, according to local reports Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Two Scottish nationals have died following a shooting in a bar in the Costa del Sol, according to reports in Spain. The incident took place at a bar in the town of Fuengirola in the province of Málaga on Saturday evening. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad A gunman reportedly opened fire outside Monaghans bar, leaving the two men dead. The shooting has been linked to an ongoing gangland feud. The Diario Sur newspaper, which covers the region, reported that Francisco Javier Salas, a local government official, said both victims were believed to be Scottish and that the gunman fled the scene. He said the first victim was shot in the chest and the second in the chest and abdomen. The attack took place at a popular bar in Fuengirola. Picture: Google | Google The Foreign Office said it had not been contacted for consular assistance in relation to the incident but would offer assistance if asked. The Spanish local newspaper said the attack took place at around 11.30pm, when a car pulled up outside the bar and a masked man got out, before opening fire on the two men as they stood outside the venue. The gunman then escaped in the car, the report continued, with both men dying at the scene. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The newspaper, which said around a dozen people called the emergency services after hearing gunshots, also reported that the authorities have mobilised a specialist violent crime unit to investigate the incident. A video posted to Instagram shows emergency services attending the scene.
Glasgow Times
3 days ago
- Glasgow Times
Two Scottish men die in shooting at bar in Malaga Spain
A gunman fired several shots at Monaghans Bar in Fuengirola in Andalusia on Saturday evening. Javier Salas from the central government in Málaga province confirmed to BBC News that both men were believed to be of Scottish descent. READ MORE: Two found dead in Glasgow property not treated as 'suspicious' Regional newspaper Diario Sur the attack took place just after 11pm when a car pulled up and a masked man opened fire. They reported that both men died at the scene, and the gunman fled in the vehicle. The Foreign Office said it had not been approached for any consular assistance but that its staff stood ready to assist any British nationals if required. READ MORE: Teen arrested after 'car found in River Clyde' following 'police chase' Monaghans is located on the seafront and is a popular bar with tourists and expats. The bar had been screening the UEFA Champions League final on the evening of the attack. The investigation is being led by the region's specialist violent crime unit.
The National
3 days ago
- The National
2 Scottish men killed in shooting by masked man at Irish bar in Spain
Spanish media reported that a masked man pulled up outside the bar and fired multiple shots around 23:00. Both men were pronounced dead at the scene. The bar is located in a holiday destination and is popular with tourists. The Diario Sur newspaper, which covers the region, reported that Francisco Javier Salas, a local government official, said both victims were believed to be Scottish. Salas has also reportedly confirmed to BBC News that both men were believed to be Scottish.
STV News
3 days ago
- STV News
Two Scottish men killed in shooting at Irish bar in Spain
Two Scottish men have died following a shooting at a bar in Spain. The incident took place at Monaghans Irish Bar in Fuengirola, in the province of Málaga, Andalusia, after the Champions League final on Saturday night. Local media reported that a masked man pulled up outside the bar and fired multiple shots around 23:00. Both men were pronounced dead at the scene. The bar is located in a holiday destination and is popular with tourists. The Diario Sur newspaper, which covers the region, reported that Francisco Javier Salas, a local government official, said both victims were believed to be Scottish and that the gunman fled the scene. It also reported that the authorities have mobilised a specialist violent crime unit to investigate the incident. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
