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Glasgow Times
2 days ago
- General
- Glasgow Times
Spain bar shootings: Who was Glasgow man Eddie Lyons Jnr?
When cocaine worth £20,000 was stolen by Lyons gang members in the summer of 2001 from a safe house in the Milton area, it put them firmly on the map - with deadly consequences. The drugs had belonged to the rival Daniel family and the theft sparked a bitter feud between the two families which rages to this day, and has escalated to shocking new heights this year. READ NEXT: Spain bar shootings: Who was Glasgow man Ross Monaghan? READ NEXT: This was the catalyst for Scotland's gang war, says ex-top cop amid Spain shootings READ NEXT: Spanish tourists' on Eddie Lyons Jnr and Ross Monaghan shooting READ NEXT: Mayor of Fuengirola calls for help after Eddie Lyons Jr and Ross Monaghan murders (Image: Kevin Carroll) READ NEXT: The Glasgow crime story of a fatal shooting at Applerow Motors garage By then firmly embroiled in organised crime, Eddie Lyons Jnr survived an attempt on his life in his late 20s when he was ambushed by Kevin 'Gerbil' Carroll in Bellshill, Lanarkshire, in 2006. It was an indication that Lyons jnr was a leading figure in his family's criminal activities, which took in drug dealing and money laundering, with assaults and violence an ever-present threat. Incidents that year had raised the stakes even further and brought the gang feud into the national headlines. Carroll, nicknamed Gerbil after a character in the Roland the Rat television puppet show, had allegedly used a 4x4 and a tow rope to topple the headstone of Eddie Jnr's brother, Garry, who died of leukaemia in 1991 aged just eight. (Image: fatal shooting at Applerow Motors garage) The following month, in December 2006, two men in a blue Mazda pulled up outside a garage in Lambhill, in the north of Glasgow. (Image: fatal shooting at Applerow Motors garage James McDonald) (Image: fatal shooting at Applerow Motors garage Raymond Anderson,) Raymond Anderson and James McDonald put on old man face masks then walked into Applerow Motors, off busy Balmore Road, and opened fire. (Image: Michael Lyons) The owner, David Lyons, took cover but his 21-year-old nephew Michael, Eddie Jnr's cousin, was shot dead. Eddie's brother, Steven, was also injured along with another associate. The hitmen, enforcers for the Daniel clan, were convicted in 2008 of Michael Lyons' murder and sentenced to a minimum of 30 years each in prison before they can be considered for parole. Four years later Eddie jnr's father admitted at Glasgow Sheriff Court that he had racked up more than £250,000 in mortgage frauds by giving lenders fake income details. He bought property in Cumbernauld and East Kilbride by self-certifying on mortgage applications, and was ordered to hand over £75,000 after admitting the fraud. (Image: Eddie Lyons Jnr with Ross Monaghan) Eddie Jnr and his close associate Ross Monaghan later appeared at the same court but were cleared of a vicious attack on three men outside a bar in East Dunbartonshire which took place in April 2016. The trial collapsed when two of the alleged victims said they had no memory of what had happened to them. Prosecutors withdrew the charges and both Eddie Jnr and Monaghan were pictured smiling as they walked free from Glasgow Sheriff Court in 2017. The pair remained close friends and had reportedly watched the Champions League final in Monaghans Bar on Saturday night before they were shot dead at close range. It's understood Eddie Jnr, 46, had been linked to Spain for some time but had recently been back in Scotland for the funeral of his 16-year-old daughter, who had long-term health problems. Sources claimed he told associates that he didn't feel it was safe enough for him to return permanently. In the end, it transpired he was no safer more than a thousand miles away on the Costa del Sol.
Scottish Sun
29-05-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Celtic season ticket holder caught carrying knife into match after attacking cop
Sohal has been banned him from all football matches at home or abroad for one year A CELTIC fan held by police for shouting at Hearts supporters assaulted a sergeant and was caught with a knife. Rohan Sohal, 25, attacked Bobby Fisher at Celtic Park on September 14 2024. Advertisement 2 The attack happened at Celtic Park in September 2024 Credit: Getty 2 Sohal pleaded guilty at Glasgow Sheriff Court to the assault on sergeant Fisher Credit: Spindrift The Hoops hosted their Edinburgh counterparts that day in a game which Brendan Rodgers' side won 2-0. Glasgow Sheriff Court heard that season ticket holder Sohal was noted to be under the influence of alcohol by the police. Prosecutor Ross Gunn said: "He swore and was roaring towards the away fans." Police officers and stewards attempted to engage with Sohal, of Ardrossan, North Ayrshire, and warned him about his conduct. Advertisement Mr Gunn stated: "Police officers tried to re-engage with Sohal and he struck sergeant Fisher to the right arm with his hand." Sohal was removed from the stadium and was later searched. A black handled lock back knife was recovered from his left jacket pocket. In reply to caution and charge, Sohal said: "I did push the guy's hand away." Advertisement Sohal pleaded guilty at Glasgow Sheriff Court to the assault on sergeant Fisher. He also admitted a separate charge of having a knife in Celtic Park without a reasonable excuse or lawful authority. Man charged over fans' street rammy after Aberdeen-Celtic Scottish Cup final Sohal's lawyer told the court that his client was "utterly ashamed" and that he had the blade on him as he attended the match after he finished working opening boxes. Sheriff Thomas Ward fined Sohal £715 and banned him from all football matches at home or abroad for one year. Advertisement The sheriff remarked: "Think of the money he will save not paying for a season ticket." Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Daily Record
25-05-2025
- Daily Record
Two police officers rushed to hospital after disturbance at Glasgow tower block
Three men, aged 24, 25 and 31, were arrested following the incident. Two police officers were rushed to hospital after a major disturbance at a tower block in Glasgow. Emergency services were called to Kirkton Avenue in the Knightswood area of the city close to midnight on Friday, May 23. The force has confirmed that three men, aged 24, 25 and 31, were arrested and charged in connection with the incident, reports Glasgow Live. They will appear at Dumbarton, Airdrie and Glasgow Sheriff Courts on Monday, May 26. Two cops were taken to hospital as a precaution and later released. Footage posted to TikTok shows a massive police response with around 15 vehicles called to the high rise flats. It is believed officers had been responding to a panic call from colleagues at the scene. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: 'Around 11.50pm on Friday, 23 May, 2025, we were called to a report of a disturbance on Kirkton Avenue, Glasgow. Two police officers were taken to hospital as a precaution and later released. 'Three men, aged 24, 25 and 31, were arrested and charged in connection with the incident. They are due to appear in Dumbarton, Airdrie and Glasgow Sheriff Courts on Monday, 26 May, 2025." This comes after, in separate incident, we reported that a man has appeared in court after a woman and police were assaulted in a Glasgow park. On Thursday May 22, at around 5.50pm, emergency crews raced to Queen's Park in the south side of the city after receiving reports of an assault. A 36-year-old woman was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment. A 46-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection. Alan Brown of Glasgow appeared at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Friday, May 23. He faced a series of charges at the petition hearing, including assault to injury. He was charged with assaulting police and behaving in a threatening or abusive manner. He was further charged with behaviour which would cause someone to suffer fear or alarm. Brown made no plea and was committed for further examination and remanded in custody. He will return to the court within eight days. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Around 5.50pm on Thursday, 22 May, we were called to Queen's Park in Glasgow after receiving a report of an assault. "A 36-year-old woman was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment. "A 46-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection and is due to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Friday, 23 May, 2025." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
STV News
23-05-2025
- STV News
Paramedic crashed into taxi while dying patient was being treated in ambulance
A paramedic collided with a taxi while medics treated a dying patient in her ambulance. Amanda Keenan, 35, was behind the wheel of the vehicle in Glasgow's Calton on September 24, 2023. Keenan and a crew were transporting a 71-year-old woman whose heart had earlier stopped from her home to Glasgow Royal Infirmary. Keenan, of Paisley, failed to give way or slow down an appropriate amount at a red light. She continued to drive while the taxi – an orange Kia Niro – moved off at a green light across from her. This resulted in the two vehicles colliding in the middle of the junction. Keenan pleaded guilty at Glasgow Sheriff Court to driving without due care or attention. Sheriff Tony Kelly deferred conviction until next week for further information to become available regarding sentencing options. The court earlier heard that the medics attended the woman's home as she had difficulty breathing. A decision was made to transfer her to hospital as the woman had gone into cardiac arrest with Keenan being the driver. Prosecutor Kirsty McKenzie said: 'CPR was being carried out in the back of the ambulance.' The blue lights and sirens were activated on the vehicle, which drove up to London Road at its junction with Arcadia Street. Ms McKenzie said: 'On approach to a red traffic signal, Keenan failed to slow down. 'She proceeded the red light without checking for emerging traffic from the driver's side. 'A taxi driver emerged from Arcadia Street, and when his lights went green, he emerged and collided with the driver's side of the ambulance.' The hearing was told that the ambulance was unable to be moved after the collision. The fiscal depute stated that there was evidence of brakes being applied by Keenan at the time, but she did not 'give way'. Neither Keenan or the taxi driver needed hospital treatment. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Jacqueline White, defending, told the court: 'The situation is that she was attempting to save a life. 'The woman's heart had stopped beating at the house and work that was being done to see if there was a possibility of getting her back.' It was revealed that Keenan paid a speeding fine months before the incident which was unrelated to her employment. 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
Daily Record
23-05-2025
- Daily Record
Scots golf caddie avoids jail after sending filthy texts to schoolgirl he met at TRNSMT
Mulvey's illustrious career faces ruin after he pleaded guilty at Glasgow Sheriff Court to a single charge of sending written sexual communications to the girl. A Scots golf caddie who told a 14-year-old that he would have sex with her avoided jail today. Daniel Mulvey, 35, sent a string of messages to his victim on social media app Snapchat in July 2023. He had earlier met the girl and her friend near Glasgow's TRNSMT music festival where he asked for her details. Mulvey, of West Kilbride, North Ayrshire, then contacted her that night to tell her that he would have sex with her. When informed of her age, Mulvey told the girl that he "actually didn't care" and wanted to "be your first." He was snared after the girl's "concerned" aunt secretly recorded the conversation. Mulvey was regarded in the top bracket of his profession having worked alongside stars such as Gary Player. Mulvey has caddied at major tournaments such as The Open and the DP World Tour. He has also been pictured alongside US President Donald Trump and golf legend Padraig Harrington. Mulvey's illustrious career faces ruin after he pleaded guilty at Glasgow Sheriff Court to a single charge of sending written sexual communications to the girl. Sheriff Iain Fleming ordered Mulvey to do 150 hours of unpaid work at today's sentencing. Mulvey was also put on the sex offenders register and under supervision for 18 months. Mulvey was given a police escort from court after he was berated by members of the public as he initially tried to leave the building. The court earlier heard that the girl and her friend met Mulvey while they took shelter from heavy rain near to the TRNSMT festival in Glasgow Green. The girl did not tell Mulvey her age of name but he "believed her to be slightly older." Mulvey gave the girl his mobile phone and asked for her Snapchat username She passed him the details and she left the scene without meeting again. The girl went to her aunt's house later that night. Her aunt noticed that the girl was communicating on Snapchat with someone called 'Dan.' The aunt became 'concerned' and discreetly recorded the conversation on her mobile phone. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. The girl later told her aunt that she met Mulvey at TRNSMT. Mulvey stated to the girl that he 'honestly' would have sex with her and he 'meant it.' He added: 'I can't stop looking at your pictures, I'm in bed thinking about you.' When the girl told Mulvey that she was 14-years-old he replied: ' Actually don't care that you are 14 by the way, you are so good.' The chat continued into the early hours of the morning when Mulvey asked if she was a virgin. He also stated: 'I want to be your first.' The matter was reported to the police and officers were able to link the phone number and email on the Snapchat account to Mulvey. Mulvey was arrested by police at Manchester Airport on December 14 and taken to a police office in Glasgow.
