The Splash, Friday 7 March
Glasgow's Weekly News: 15-Year-Old's Tragic Death, Tough Parking Fines & Bold New Developments in Glasgow
Murder squad detectives have launched a probe after 15-year-old boy was ‘stabbed to death’ in a Glasgow street.
Tragic Amen Teklay was fatally injured during an apparent knife attack in Clarendon Street on Wednesday at 10.30pm.
Emergency services attended but sadly the schoolboy was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police are treating his death as suspicious.
Tributes have been paid to Amen, of Knightswood, who has been described as a “funny” and “bright”.
He was a member of the Youth Group and Film Group of Kingsway Community Connections who posted that they were “deeply saddened to learn of the tragic death”.
The charity, who are based in Scotstoun, said that Amen was receiving support from their staff up until Wednesday afternoon, adding: “He was funny, bright and enjoyed playing football, he loved pizza nights and taking part in a summer BBQ.
“Our memories of Amen are encapsulated in this film he made together with his friends where he talked about why attending the group was important to him.
“Amen developed great relationships with our team, and we are all devastated with his sudden death.
“We are providing support to Amen's immediate family and our community as they come to terms with the loss of a Son, Friend and Brother.
“We ask that you consider the thoughts and feelings of those grieving the loss of a young man who had his whole life still in front of him and respect the privacy of his family and friends at this deeply upsetting time.
“KCC would also like to extend our thoughts to the other support agencies who we know were supporting Amen before his death and give thanks to the emergency services who tried desperately to save his life.”
Police sealed off the area where Amen was found.
Forensic officers in white suits could be seen yesterday combing the area in a bid to find a weapon or any other clues that could help police enquiries.
Officers have set up a dedicated website allowing the public to submit information directly to the Major Investigation Team, including the option to remain anonymous. The portal can be accessed at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/SCOT25S08-PO1.
Detective Superintendent Cheryl Kelly confirmed officers have been in contact with the boy’s family and are offering them specialist support during this difficult time.
“An extensive investigation is underway to establish the full circumstances,” she said. “We are gathering CCTV footage from the area, conducting door-to-door enquiries, and I would urge anyone with relevant information, or footage, to come forward."
Chief Inspector Colin MacLucas, Local Area Commander, said police would step up patrols in the area to reassure the community.
“We are working closely with our detective colleagues, and there will continue to be a visible police presence in the area,” he said.
“Anyone with information or concerns should feel free to approach officers for assistance."
Police are urging anyone with information to contact Police Scotland, quoting incident number 3652 of 5 March, or to call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Greater Glasgow Police
Local Democracy Service Round-Up
Fines are being handed out to drivers for pavement parking, double parking and dropped kerb parking — after hundreds of warnings were given in the past month. Glasgow City Council has said fines of £100 — reduced to £50 if paid within 14 days — are being given for any pavement parking that forces pedestrians onto the carriageway. Drew Sandelands, Local Democracy Reporter
Glasgow cab driver Malik Faisal who illegally picked up passengers charged them an "excessive" £90 for a six mile journey after one person was sick. Sarah Hilley
A gate at the closed Whitehill Pool has been torn off as concerns grow about the future of the building. Sarah Hilley
Dennistoun councillor Elaine McDougall, pictured above, said: "What if that had fallen on somebody? There is a public right of way through the pool."
A Pollokshields property owner who was running holiday flats at 48 Melville Street without consent has been granted permission at the fourth attempt. Drew Sandelands
A decision on an appeal against rejected plans to redevelop a former police station site in Lambhill has been delayed due to “missing” information. Drew Sandelands
Plans for a cookery school in a former restaurant unit at Glasgow’s Princes Square shopping centre have been given the go ahead. Drew Sandelands
The best of other Glasgow stories
Free crack pipes could be handed out by the NHS under plans to let addicts smoke cocaine more safely, as bosses at Glasgow's £2.3m sdrug consumption centre in Hunter Street, pictured above, look to create an ‘inhalation room’ alongside its existing supervised injection facility. Graham Grant, Scottish Daily Mail
Barlinnie prison governor Michael Story said the battle against drones and drugs smuggling remains ongoing as Scotland’s largest prison prepares to be replaced by a £1 billion state-of-the-art facility. Ester Tarnai, Glasgow Times
Glasgow council bosses in line for £19,000 pay rise – while residents face a 7.5% council tax hike and service cuts. Paul Hutcheon, Daily Record
Residents have been left reeling as the council prepares to hike parking charges across dozens of city roads, with prices soaring by 20p per 15 minutes from April 1 — a move branded as yet another blow to motorists already grappling with the cost of living crisis. Morgan Carmichael, Facebook Reporter, Glasgow Times
Jinty Lynch, one of the most popular figures in West End hospitality who opened the iconic Jinty McGinty's pub on Ashton Lane with her husband John in 1991, has died, aged 67 Paul Trainer, Glasgow World.
GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL NEWS
Greater Pollok’s first planning blueprint in 30 years is adopted today – with ambitions to attract jobs and investment, boost connections, unlock development, improve the environment and cut flood risk. Glasgow City Council
The council has launched a new campaign to highlight the importance of daily school attendance, showing how it boosts children’s future opportunities, relationships, and life skills. Glasgow City Council
The Splash Lite
Two 15-year old boys, Blake Murphy abd Stuart Russell, pictured above, have been selected to play for Scotland. They are currently in Spain with the under 16s SYFA Scotland select squad. Sarah Hilley
Community News
Scotstoun Community Seeks Support to Fund Life-Saving Defibrillators
Scotstoun is without 24/7 publicly accessible defibrillators — a gap the local community council is determined to close.
The Scotstoun Community Council is now appealing to businesses and the public to help match-fund two life-saving defibrillators for the area.
The community council hopes to install one device at the Heart of Scotstoun community centre and another at the northern end of the neighbourhood, ensuring coverage across the area. Each defibrillator costs approximately £3,000 to buy and installed, with funding efforts still ongoing to meet the target.
And if the community council can raise £1000, St John’s Ambulance will cover the rest of the costs.
A community councillor said: "We're looking for match funding to help cover the costs, and any businesses or individuals who would like to support the cause should get in touch."
Anyone interested in supporting the initiative can drop an email to Scotstoun Community Council directly on scotscoco@gmail.com to pledge donations or find out more information about the campaign.
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🚨🚓CRIMEBEAT🚨🔵
A murder inquiry has been launched after a body was found within a property on Monar Street in Glasgow.
Officers attended at the address around 9.20am on Wednesday, 5 March, and 55-year-old James Jarvis, pictured above, was found dead.
His family are aware and have asked for privacy.
Extensive enquiries are ongoing and officers are working to establish Mr Jarvis’ movements before he was found and are appealing to anyone who saw anything in the area to get in touch.
Officers are also carrying out enquiries in Auckland Street where a car belonging to Mr Jarvis was found around 7.20am that day.
Detective Chief Inspector Graham McCreadie, of Police Scotland’s Major Investigation Team, said: “Our thoughts are with Mr Jarvis’ family at what is a very difficult time and they have asked for their privacy to be respected.
“It is vital we find out answers for them and trace whoever is responsible as soon as possible. I am appealing to anyone with information who has not already spoken to officers to get in touch.
“If you have private CCTV or dash-cam footage relating to Monar Street, Auckland Street and the surrounding area, please check to see if you have captured anything that could assist with our enquiries.
“We are keen to speak to anyone who saw Mr Jarvis’s car – a black VW Golf – that was found on Auckland Street and how it got there.
“This is a challenging investigation and any piece of information, no matter how small or insignificant you might think it is, could prove vital so I urge people to make contact with us.
“Anyone who can assist with our investigation is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0638 of Wednesday, 5 March, 2025, or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
“An online portal has also been set up where members of the public can submit information directly to detectives.”
The MIPP can be accessed here https://orlo.uk/ffRcE
21 wanted individuals have been arrested following proactive patrols by Greater Glasgow Violence Reduction Unit officers in the Union Street and Argyle Street areas of the city centre. In addition, two vehicles linked to criminal activity have been seized and over £20,000 in cash recovered under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002. Greater Glasgow Police
Partick Community Officers, working with Glasgow City Council Trading Standards, spoke to street traders selling light-up toys around the Ovo Hydro. Checks were made to ensure proper licences and compliance with safety laws, leading to the seizure of several items for further testing and potential enforcement action. Greater Glasgow Police