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Daily Record
20 hours ago
- Daily Record
Gangland Mr Big Ross McGill under fire as thugs torch taxi owned by girlfriend's dad
George Newall's black taxi was firebombed outside the family home leaving it extensively damaged. The father of the girlfriend of the Scots gangster orchestrating the ongoing countrywide underworld feud has been targeted in a firebombing. George Newall's black taxi was firebombed outside the family home leaving it extensively damaged. His daughter, Olivia, is dating Ross 'Miami' McGill and has moved to Dubai where he lives. McGill is believed to be the central figure behind the gangland war which has torn through Scotland in recent months. The incident occurred last Wednesday on Glasgow's Kingswood Drive in the city's Kings Park district. One local said: 'We could not believe it. It is a very quiet area around here and then this happens. 'George is a lovely man. Hard-working. Honest and just trying to make a living. 'He does not need this hassle on his own doorstep.' No-one is understood to have been injured in the incident and police are continuing to investigate. Ms Newall is the cousin of a man called Lloyd Cross who last year was jailed for his part in a £100million cocaine-smuggling plot. 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. It was masterminded by Jamie 'the Iceman' Stevenson, once dubbed 'Scotland's most wanted man.' Cross was given a six-year sentence after pleading guilty to serious organised crime and drug offences. The 32-year-old is a close friend of McGill's having grown up less than a mile away from each other. Their friendship was also solidified through their involvement in the Rangers ultra group, the Union Bears. The attack on Newall's cab took place as reports of a truce in Scotland's gang war emerged. It was claimed that McGill had agreed to pull back on a series of bitter attacks launched against Edinburgh mob boss Mark Richardson and his close associate, Steven 'Bonzo' Daniel, from the notorious Glasgow Daniel crime clan. McGill has been waging war on the pair since March after Richardson's cronies ripped him off in a £500k cocaine deal. A number of properties, cars and business linked to Richardson and Daniel have been torched and shot at in recent months while pals of the hoods have been attacked with machetes. Neither kingpin appears to have retaliated against McGill until news of Newall's taxi emerged, just days before two key Lyons lieutenants were brutally executed in Spain. Eddie Lyons jnr and Ross Monaghan were gunned down at a bar in Fuengirola on Saturday night. We previously reported that the Lyons, sworn enemies of the Daniel family, were understood to be feeding McGill information about the whereabouts of his key targets.
Daily Record
3 days ago
- Daily Record
Two men shot dead in Spanish bar after gang war 'truce' denied
A masked man is said to have entered Monaghans Fuengirola and killed his victims in front of horrified tourists. Two people have been shot dead at a popular Irish bar in a Costa del Sol holiday resort. A masked man is said to have entered Monaghans Fuengirola and killed his victims in front of horrified tourists and expats enjoying a drink after the end of the Champions League final before fleeing in a getaway vehicle. Some reports speak of two gunmen, although this has yet to be confirmed by police. The nationalities of the two people killed has not yet been made public, although local media are saying neither is Spanish. The Record understands the shootings are related to ongoing gang wars in Scotland. Grisly pictures from the scene of last night's shooting, which occurred around 11.30pm, show a man lying lifeless on his back in shorts and a T-shirt by a drinks and meal blackboard on an outside terrace at the Irish bar. In other disturbing images police and paramedics can be seen surrounding the body of one of the victims, thought to be the same man, after he was covered under a blanket as shocked locals and holidaymakers looked on. There are no reports yet of any arrests, although police set up roadblocks in the area after the shooting to try to catch those responsible. The killings come amidst a violent gang war that has been raging in Scotland since March. 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 feud first erupted following a fallout between rival gangsters after a £500k stash of cocaine was reportedly swiped from under the nose of Dubai-based Mr Big, Ross McGill. The drugs were reportedly taken by caged Edinburgh kingpin Mark Richardson's foot soldiers sparking a series of violent attacks on homes and businesses. Mr Big, who was later revealed as former Union Bears capo McGill waged war on Richardson and his associates, including the Daniels crime clan in Glasgow. Mr Big's enforcers, a faceless and frightening group going by the name of Tamo Junto (TMJ), have carried out a series of fire bombings and other vicious attacks on homes, businesses and cars associated with Richardson. We reported earlier this week that a well-placed source said the Dubai-based Mr Big behind attacks on Daniel targets, Ross McGill, had agreed to end hostilities after being leaned on by cartel bosses in Dubai. However gangland enforces Tamo Junto (TMJ) quickly quashed any talk of peace as they vowed to continue to carry out the turf war. The video released by the TMJ crime gang on Friday morning states that anyone linked to the Daniel Clan or Mark Richardson remains a target for their group. The Record reported previously that the Lyons crime gang have pulled out of the feud over concerns about the police crack down. The clan were said to have been feeding McGill information about their rivals, the Daniel family, but boss Steven Lyons, 44, made the call to concentrate on his own interests. A source said he issued the order over fears his enforcers could be arrested and jailed and his family would lose their grip on power in the north of Glasgow.
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Rising mob boss who sparked fresh Scots turf war ripped-off in £500k drug deal as he was seen as ‘a nobody'
An insider said Daniel rivals the Lyons could have 'sorted' McGill's grievance GANG REVENGE Rising mob boss who sparked fresh Scots turf war ripped-off in £500k drug deal as he was seen as 'a nobody' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) RISING mob boss Ross McGill was ripped off in a £500,000 drug deal because he was seen as 'a nobody', it was claimed. Sources say dealers decided to 'bump' the ex-Rangers ultras leader, nicknamed 'Miami', as they'd never heard of him. 3 The former Union Bears Ross 'Miami' McGill pictured with Steven Gerrard 3 Sources claim he was ripped off because he was seen as "a nobody" But the fateful move to pay for the coke haul with fake cash triggered the Dubai-based Scot's wrath and sparked the vengeful gang war raging in the central belt. The claims emerged after a wave of attacks on associates of jailed Edinburgh cocaine kingpin Mark Richardson, 38, and Glasgow's Daniel clan. An insider said Daniel rivals the Lyons could have 'sorted' McGill's grievance. They told The Scottish Sun on Sunday: 'The people linked to Richardson who McGill has been dealing with have thought, 'He's out in Dubai and he's nobody so let's just bump him'. 'Then McGill has set out to stamp his authority because he's trying to make a name for himself. 'He could have had it sorted in two minutes if he had spoken to the Lyons who'd have got his gear back. 'Instead he's caused complete carnage.' We told how ex-Union Bears ultra McGill, 31, from East Kilbride, fled abroad in 2022 after skipping court on drug dealing and gangsterism allegations. It is claimed he spotted an opportunity to move in on drugs networks on the brink of collapse when key players were arrested after cops smashed the encrypted Encrochat phone network. His operation is now said to be worth a £3million a month. The FULL story of Scotland's biggest gangster Jamie 'The Iceman' Stevenson Coming This Sunday An insider said: 'He made good contacts in Spain and offered to fill the void. 'He worked his way up and switched to Dubai. He was unknown but things changed when he got bump- ed and decided on revenge.'
Daily Record
26-05-2025
- Daily Record
Cops continue hunt for masked gang after machete attack on kingpin Mark Richardson's pal
The attack at David McMillan's home is being treated as attempted murder by police as they hunt for a masked gang. Cops are continuing their hunt for a masked gang following a " machete attack" on cocaine kingpin Mark Richardson's close friend at his home in Edinburgh. On March 22 at 9.20pm, David McMillan was rushed to hospital and treated for serious injuries after the incident at his home on Pitcairn Grove in the capital. The attack has been confirmed to be linked to the gangland wars that have erupted across Scotland The incident is being treated as attempted murder as police continue their hunt for four balaclava-wearing men in dark clothing who remain at large. It is believed that the men got out of a grey-coloured Land Rover Discovery and assaulted 54-year-old McMillan before fleeing the scene. Subsequent inquiries have established the Land Rover Discovery travelled eastbound along the M8. A source told the Record: ' David saw a gang of four guys outside his house. 'So he went out to confront them along with a security guy he's employed to help his wife feel safer. 'He managed to hit one about the head and wrestled a phone from him. The attackers were trying to film it. 'David was then hit in the skull with the machete which left an open wound. Nothing life threatening though. But he and his minder then still managed to chase them away. David then drove himself to the hospital. When cops on patrol realised it was him they escorted him to hospital with their blue lights on so they could jump the traffic lights.' Cops are appealing to any drivers on the M8 on the night to contact them. Detective Superintendent Paul Grainger said: 'This has been a targeted attack and we are continuing our enquiries to identify those responsible. 'We know the Land Rover Discovery drove along the M8 eastbound last night. It may have been driven at speed or erratically so I would appeal to any motorists with dash cams to check their footage as the images could be significant to our investigation. 'If anyone has any information regarding this crime, please contact us.' Earlier this year, violence erupted in the capital after Dubai-based Mr Big - recently unmasked as former Rangers ultra and Union Bears boss Ross McGill - was ripped off in a £500,000 cocaine deal by kingpin Richardson's cronies. It is understood his foot-soldiers used fake cash during a botched deal. Ever since, gangster Mr Big has been targeting the homes, properties and businesses of Richardson's associates. It is the third time McMillan has been targeted in recent weeks. On April 17, two masked thugs set fire to McMillan's front door while children slept inside. The culprits torched the property before fleeing the scene. Just three weeks later on May 8, a white Land Rover SUV in his driveway went up in flames after his family returned home from a shopping trip. Shocking images of the charred wreckage showed a scorched baby seat in the back of the burnt-out vehicle. Cops arrested and charged three men aged 18 and one aged 31 with fire-raising at the home. The latest attack comes just three days after two men were injured in a separate machete attack at a garage owned by Glasgow crime clan member Robert Daniel. The violent incident took place outside the 50-year-old's CS Accident repair shop in East Kilbride on Monday. Two men, aged 41 and 45, were injured in the incident. The Record understands Robert was the intended victim as his family have been targeted over their association with Richardson. Cops have committed to coming down hard on those involved in the violence in an investigation, known as Operation Portaledge, which has seen multiple properties smashed into during dawn raids at homes in Glasgow, Hamiltonhill, Milton of Campsie and Wishaw. A total of 41 people have been arrested in the Glasgow and Edinburgh regions amid the wide-ranging probe. Police Scotland Chief Constable Jo Farrell said the investigation is a priority for forensics teams. 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'.
Scottish Sun
24-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Dubai-based mob boss Ross ‘Miami' McGill splashes dirty cash on set of Turkey teeth
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) FOOTIE ultra turned Dubai-based mob boss Ross McGill has splashed his dirty cash on a set of Turkey teeth, we can reveal. The former Union Bears chief, 31, is pictured showing off his pricey pearly whites while orchestrating a brutal gang war from his desert hideaway. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 9 Gangster Ross 'Miami' McGill showed off his bright new teeth in a supercar selfie. Credit: SUPPLIED 9 McGill as he looked when he was a leader of the Union Bears before switching to Dubai. Credit: SUPPLIED 9 McGill poses in a Rolls Royce in his Dubai hideaway as a gang war rages in Scotland. Credit: SUPPLIED 9 Former Union Bears chief McGill pictured with former Rangers boss Steven Gerrard. Credit: SUPPLIED The striking photo reveals McGill has transformed himself from a scruffy footie yob to a polished supercar-loving mob boss - said to be making millions from crime. We can also reveal a newly-surfaced snap of McGill in an unseen snap with former Gers boss Steven Gerrard taken before McGill left his ultras role. A source said: 'McGill is living a life of luxury with all the usual perks that come with making vast sums from his life of crime.' The new pictures emerged as cops probe a second machete murder bid linked to the ongoing turf war that's been raging for months. Officers involved in Police Scotland's Operation Porteladge were yesterday seen at the home of David McMillan, 54, after he was brutally assaulted by armed thugs. 9 Forensics search Pitcairn Grove in Edinburgh after the latest turf war machete attack. Credit: SCOTTISH SUN Cops said a 54-year-old man had been rushed to hospital but authorities have not revealed his identity - although underworld sources say McMillan as the victim. It's thought four or five men dressed in dark clothes and wearing balaclavas, got out a grey-coloured Land Rover Discovery in a brutal ambush. Officers are treating Wednesday's horror in Pitcairn Grove, Edinburgh, as attempted murder by hoods - said by underworld sources - to be working for McGill. Detectives are urging the public to contact them if they spotted a Land Rover speeding travelling eastbound along the M8 after the 9pm savagery. Detective Superintendent Paul Grainger said: 'This has been a targeted attack and we are continuing our enquiries to identify those responsible. 'We know the Land Rover Discovery drove along the M8 eastbound. 'It may have been driven at speed or erratically so I would appeal to any motorists with dash cams to check their footage as the images could be significant to our investigation. 'If anyone has any information regarding this crime, please contact us.' McMillan is a close pal of caged crime boss Mark Richardson, 38, whose associates have been blamed by McGill for ripping him off over a £500,000 drug deal using fake notes. It's the third time maurading hoods have struck at the property after two earlier alleged firebomb attacks. Last night cops investigating the mayhem revealed they'd made five more arrests, taking the total to 41. Three men aged 18 and one aged 31 were held in connection with alleged fire-raising on May 8 at McMillan's home in Edinburgh. The 31-year-old man and one of the teens were also charged over another alleged incident at a taxi firm in Stepps, near Glasgow, the same day. They are due at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday. Earlier, a man, 21, was arrested over two murder bids in Glasgow and an alleged fire-raising in nearby Bishopbriggs last month. The savagery comes days after a machete murder bid on convicted heroin dealer Robert Daniel - a leading member of Glasgow's notorious Daniel crime family who are allied to Richardson. We told how two men aged 45 and 41 suffered horror wounds when three thugs burst into CS Accident Repair Garage looking for Daniel, 50, but turned their fury on innocent workers. The culprits pounced on Monday before speeding off in an Audi after 'chopping up' two men who were later rushed to hospital with horrific injuries. 9 David McMillan was rushed to hospital after being set upon by an armed mob. Credit: The Sun 9 A getaway car was set alight after a machete attack in East Kilbride on Monday. 9 Forensic officers at the scene of a machete attack at Robert Daniel's garage. The pair drove four miles to Blantyre, Lanarkshire, then clambered into a red Vauxhall Astra which had followed them to a rendezvous point near a children's nursery before it raced away. A witness described seeing the mobsters dump the blue Audi in a street, where it was set ablaze just over seven hours later at around 9pm. An insider said of the latest sickening acts: 'This war is getting much more serious and sinister and what's happened over recent days shows that. 'This attack on McMillan was savage and it feels like the levels of violence used are ramping up.' We told how the hoods were acting on the orders of desert-based McGill, of East Kilbride, who is said to be connected to bitter Daniel enemies, the Lyons family. Scotland's top cop this week said the force is determined to create 'a hostile environment' for mobsters involved in an ongoing gang war. 9 Chief Constable Jo Farrell has pledged to tackle the warring gangs. Credit: PA Scotland Chief Constable Jo Farrell told a policing watchdog officers have scoured around 3,000 hours of CCTV footage as part of a massive investigation that's resulted in close to 40 arrests. She said: 'The public can be assured we are working tirelessly to build cases and are following a number of significant lines of enquiry.'
