Police watchdog to probe 'unexplained' custody death

Mon, December 8, 2025 at 10:00 AM UTC

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Police Scotland have reported themselves to a watchdog following the unexplained death of a man in custody in Glasgow.

The 39-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene after a disturbance on Berkeley Street on Friday morning.

Another man, who is 27, and two women aged 25 and 40, were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The force said the circumstances of the incident have been referred to the Police Investigations and Review Commissioner (Pirc).

Pirc confirmed it was investigating the matter but said "it would be inappropriate to comment any further at this stage".

A report will be submitted to the Crown Office when the investigation concludes.