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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
National
Ben Waddell

Man dies and woman in hospital after property fire on Glasgow street

A MAN has died and a woman was rushed to hospital following a blaze at a property in Glasgow.

Emergency crews were alerted to a fire on Greenview Street in the Southside on Wednesday, January 15 at around 6.35pm.

Police have since revealed a 69-year-old man sadly passed away following the fatal incident.

The force also said a woman was taken to hospital as a precaution.

Officers have now launched an investigation into the cause of the fire. However, it is not believed to be suspicious.

A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: "A 69-year-old man has died following a fire in Greenview Street in Shawlands, Glasgow.

“Emergency services were contacted around 6.35pm on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.

“One woman was taken to hospital as a precaution.

“An investigation is underway to establish the cause of the fire which is not believed to be suspicious.”

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has been contacted for comment.

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