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STV News
13-05-2025
- STV News
Murder inquiry closed after suspect dies in fall from window
The investigation into the murder of a boxer who was 'slashed and stabbed' in Glasgow has been closed after the only suspect died after falling from a window. Emergency services were called to the property on Caldwell Avenue in the Knightswood area on May 5 following reports of concern for a person. Josh Taplin was found dead inside, with detectives treating the 28-year-old's death as murder. A woman was also found with injuries in the Caldwell Avenue area around the same time and was taken to hospital for treatment before being released. STV News The young boxer was discovered dead inside a Glasgow home. STV News Police have confirmed that a 37-year-old man they were looking to interview in connection with the death has died after falling from a window on Killearn Street on May 7. The death is not being treated as suspicious. Detectives say they are not looking for anyone else in connection with Mr Taplin's death. Tributes were paid to the amateur boxer, who won the Western District Scottish Championships and British Championships, following his death. Auchengeich Boxing said on Facebook: 'We at Auchengeich Boxing are devastated at hearing the news of our boxer Josh Taplin. 'Josh won Western District Scottish Championships and British Championships. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Josh's family.' He had also played in the youth ranks at Hamilton Accies and a tribute was paid by amateur Glasgow club AFC Chryston. A fundraising page has been set up to support his family with funeral costs, with over £31,000 raised so far. Writing on social media, one person said: 'So sad, a diamond of a guy. We got the pleasure to spend a few days with you and the memories will live on.' Another wrote: 'Can't believe it man, you were one of my best mates Josh,you were genuinely a one in a million, rest easy brother taken far too soon.' 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
Glasgow Times
07-05-2025
- Glasgow Times
Ex-football starlet 'stabbed' to death in Glasgow home
Josh Taplin was found dead inside a house in the city's Knightswood area on Monday, May 5. Police received a report of a concern for a person at a property on Caldwell Avenue. Officers were alerted to the incident at around 3.35pm. After that, emergency crews flocked to the scene. However, on arrival, tragically, the body of a man was found inside the property. Police and forensics at the scene on Wednesday, May 7 (Image: Newsquest) The man was later named as 28-year-old Josh. It is understood that the young lad was stabbed. Detectives from Police Scotland's Major Investigation Team have since launched an urgent murder inquiry into the youngster's death, with the hunt for a killer underway. However, it has since emerged that a 41-year-old woman was also found with injuries in the Caldwell Avenue area amid the incident. She was rushed to hospital for treatment, however, she was later released. It is understood that the woman was injured inside the same property where Josh was found. READ MORE: Brazen crook slammed after conning dozens out of sheds and summerhouses Meanwhile, tributes have poured in for the 'murdered' ex-football player. One person wrote: 'R.I.P. Josh Taplin. "Absolutely devastating for his family, friends and beautiful girlfriend. "I hope you all get the justice you deserve. "The world can be so cruel. Keep your loved ones close.' Another added: 'You'll be sadly missed, Josh. You were a good lad. Rest in peace. "Thoughts are with your family through this terrible time.' A GoFundMe page has also been set up by one of Josh's pals, Stephen Kelly, to help his family with funeral costs. The fundraiser has since raised more than £25,000 for Josh's family. Police on Wednesday (Image: Newsquest) It read: "Hi, my name is Stephen, still early days from the horrible news about Josh. "Going to sort a whip-around of funds for the family for his funeral, take some pressure off the family at a traumatising time for them and all of us. "Hope everyone can do their bit and we can do Josh boy proud and get him a send off he deserves. "Gutted doesn't cut it, hope you are all alright as well. Heartbreaking. "Forever young. "There's one Josh Taplin, loved and missed by everyone, my hero, my mate." Police on Wednesday (Image: Newsquest) It is understood that the 28-year-old was a former rising football star, having previously played in the youth ranks at Hamilton Accies and excelling at Chryston High School in Chryston, North Lanarkshire, where he helped win the United Schools Cup in 2013. Josh was also a talented boxer at Auchengeich Boxing Club in Stepps. In a touching tribute, the club said: 'We at Auchengeich Boxing are devastated by the news of our boxer Josh Taplin. "Josh won both the Western District Scottish Championships and the British Championships. "Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.' Police and forensics at the scene on Wednesday, May 7 (Image: Newsquest) Meanwhile, in pictures captured by the Glasgow Times on Wednesday, May 7, forensics were spotted combing the scene for evidence. Uniformed cops could also be seen standing guard on the street while the probe into Josh's death continued. A large police cordon around several homes in the area, which was erected on Monday afternoon, remains in place as well. Josh Taplin (Image: Police Scotland) An eyewitness previously told the Glasgow Times that the road had been closed since 4pm on Monday after police were alerted to the incident. They said: "One house was taped off, but later the whole section of the street was taped off. "The road was blocked by police cars and barriers." READ MORE: Emergency crews pictured at incident at historic Glasgow building READ MORE: Man found dead inside Glasgow home as detectives spotted on street Detective Chief Inspector Graham McCreadie, of the Major Investigation Team, said it is 'vital' that they find out what happened. The top cop 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.' Cops pictured outside the property on Tuesday, May 6 (Image: Newsquest) A Police Scotland spokesperson added: "Anyone who can assist is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2069 of Monday, May 5, 2025, or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. "A dedicated Major Incident Public Portal has also been set up, and information can be passed anonymously on the following link - READ MORE: Murder probe after young man found dead in Glasgow home Police at the scene on Tuesday, May 6 (Image: Newsquest) Meanwhile, confirming a woman was found injured in the area following the incident, the force spokesperson added: 'A 41-year-old woman was found with injuries in the Caldwell Avenue area of Glasgow and was taken to hospital . "She was later released following treatment.'
Daily Record
07-05-2025
- Daily Record
Devastated pals of young boxer 'murdered' in Glasgow home raise £18k for funeral
Josh Taplin, 28, was discovered dead at a property in Glasgow's Knightswood on Monday. A fundraiser for the family of a young boxer found dead at a property in Glasgow has raised almost £20,000. Josh Taplin, 28, was discovered after officers were called to a report of a concern for person at a property on Caldwell Avenue in the city's Knightswood area at around 3.35pm on Monday. Paramedics also attended the address, but he was pronounced dead at the scene. Last night detectives confirmed they were treating his death as murder. Inquires remain ongoing. Devastated loved ones have raised more than £18,000 for his funeral in 24 hours. Pal Stephen Kelly wrote on a GoFundMe page: "It's still early days from horrible news about Josh. I'm going to sort a whip-around of funds for the family for his funeral to take some pressure off them at a traumatising time. "Hope everyone can do their bit and that we can do Josh boy proud and get him a send off he deserves. Gutted doesn't cut it." He added: "Forever young. There's one one Josh Taplin. "Loved and missed by everyone, my hero, my mate." Josh's family have been left heartbroken following the tragedy. Tributes flooded in for John on social media last night. His big brother Gary Taplin wrote: 'Ma baby brother man broken.' Meanwhile, his devastated girlfriend Toni Stewart added: 'I love you so much Josh.' Friends hailed Josh as "one of the good guys". Kathleen Brady said: 'Absolutely heartbreaking, couldn't of happened to a nicer person.' Mhairi Macleod said: 'Fly high Josh. You will be sorely missed by us all.' Sean Mullan said: "Canny believe it man, you were one of my best mates Josh. You were genuinely one in a million, rest easy brother taken far too soon." Kirsty Russell said: 'One of the good guys.' added: 'One in a million.' Josh was a boxer for Auchengeich Boxing Club and bagged wins at the Western District Scottish Championships and British Championships. In a statement posted online the club said: 'We at Auchengeich Boxing are devastated at hearing the news of our boxer Josh Taplin. Josh won Western District Scottish Championships and British Championships. 'Our thoughts and prayers go out to Josh's family." He was also a former football starlet who played in the youth ranks at Hamilton Accies. Pictures taken at the scene show a large cordon erected around the property on Tuesday. Several officers were seen guarding the site as investigations into the tragedy took place. 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.' Anyone who can assist is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2069 of Monday, May 5, 2025, or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. A dedicated Major Incident Public Portal has also been set up and information can be passed anonymously on the following link -
STV News
07-05-2025
- STV News
Tributes to boxer, 28, found murdered in home
Tributes have been paid to a boxer described as 'one in a million' after he was found murdered in a home in Glasgow on Monday. Emergency services were called to the property on Caldwell Avenue in the Knightswood area of the city at around 3.35pm on Tuesday following reports of concern for a person. Josh Taplin, 28, was discovered dead inside. Detectives are treating his death as murder and major enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances. Police have yet to make any arrests in connection with the incident. Tributes have been paid to the amateur boxer, who won the Western District Scottish Championships and British Championships. Auchengeich Boxing said on Facebook: 'We at Auchengeich Boxing are devastated at hearing the news of our boxer Josh Taplin. 'Josh won Western District Scottish Championships and British Championships. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Josh's family.' He had also played in the youth ranks at Hamilton Accies and a tribute was paid by amateur Glasgow club AFC Chryston. A GoFundMe has been set up to support his family with funeral costs, with over £16,000 raised in less than 24 hours. The post on the page reads: 'Hi my name is Stephen still early days from horrible news the day about Josh going to sort a whip around of funds for the family for his funeral take some pressure off the family at a traumatising time for the them and all us. 'I hope everyone can do their bit and we can do Josh boy proud and get him a send off he deserves. 'Gutted doesn't cut it hope you are all alright as well its heart-breaking. 'There's one Josh Taplin loved and missed by everyone, my hero, my mate.' Writing on social media, one person said: 'So sad, a diamond of a guy. We got the pleasure to spend a few days with you and the memories will live on.' Another wrote: 'Can't believe it man, you were one of my best mates Josh,you were genuinely a one in a million, rest easy brother taken far too soon.' 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 – 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
Glasgow Times
07-05-2025
- Glasgow Times
Tributes paid to Josh Taplin after Glasgow murder
The body of 28-year-old Josh Taplin was discovered at a property in Glasgow on Monday, May 5. Police have since launched a murder investigation and are appealing for information from the public. A GoFundMe page, created by his friend Stephen Kelly, was set up to help support Josh's family with funeral costs. The campaign has received an overwhelming response. READ MORE: Murder probe after young man found dead inside Glasgow home Writing on the fundraiser page, Stephen said: "Hi, my name is Stephen, it's still early days from the horrible news today about Josh. "Going to sort a whip around of funds for the family for his funeral, take some pressure off the family at a traumatising time for them and all of us. "Hope everyone can do their bit and we can do Josh boy proud and get him a send off he deserves. "Gutted doesn't cut it, hope yees are all alright as well heartbreaking. "Forever Young. "There's one, Josh Taplin loved and missed by everyone, my her,o my mate." READ MORE: Emergency crews pictured at incident at historic Glasgow building Josh was a rising football talent, having played in the youth ranks at Hamilton Accies and excelling at Chryston High School, where he helped win the United Schools Cup in 2013. He was also a talented boxer who represented Auchengeich Boxing Club. In a statement, the boxing club said: 'We at Auchengeich Boxing are devastated by the news of our boxer Josh Taplin. "Josh won both the Western District Scottish Championships and the British Championships. "Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.' READ MORE: Councillor issues transport plea ahead of opening of new Renfrew Bridge 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 a 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.' The GoFundMe page in Josh's memory continues to receive donations and messages of condolence. Many friends and well-wishers have expressed their heartbreak and support for his loved ones. One tribute reads: 'R.I.P Josh Taplin. Absolutely devastating for his family, friends and beautiful girlfriend. I hope you all get the justice you deserve. The world can be so cruel. Keep your loved ones close.' Another added: 'You'll be sadly missed, Josh. You were a good lad. Rest in peace. Thoughts are with your family through this terrible time.'
