Cops hunting for gang of four after teen boy, 15, 'stabbed' in glasgow

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THE BOY'S CONDITION HAS BEEN DESCRIBED AS STABLE BY HOSPITAL STAFF. 15:29, 30 May 2025Updated 15:33, 30 May 2025 Police are hunting a gang of four individuals after a 15-year-old boy


was stabbed in Glasgow. Emergency services raced to the incident after the boy was found seriously injured on Denbeck Street in Shettleston at 10.30pm on Thursday. Crews attended and the


teen was rushed to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment to serious injuries. Medics describe his condition as stable. Police inquiries have so far established that four


individuals, all dressed in dark clothing, were seen fleeing the area and heading towards Shettleston Road and then onto Wellshot Road. Officers have appealed to anybody who may have


witnessed the group to come forward. Article continues below Detective Inspector Lesley-Ann McGee, from Shettleston CID, said: "This was a violent attack that left a teenage boy with


serious injuries, and we are doing everything we can to trace those responsible. "I would urge anyone who saw what happened or noticed anything suspicious in the area to get in touch


with police as soon as possible. "We're also keen to speak to anyone who may have private CCTV, doorbell or dash-cam footage from Denbeck Street, Shettleston Road, Wellshot Road or


the surrounding areas on Thursday night. "Any information, no matter how small, could help us as we continue our enquiries." Chief Inspector Ross Aitken, Area Commander for


Shettleston and Easterhouse, said: "We recognise that this incident will be concerning to the local community. "At this time, we believe it was a targeted attack and there is no


information to suggest any wider risk to the public. "There will be additional patrols in the area over the coming days to provide reassurance and support the ongoing inquiry. "I


would encourage anyone with concerns to speak to our officers." Article continues below Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3927


of 29 May, 2025. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.