Teenager convicted of murder in Glasgow

An 18-year-old man has been convicted of murder following the death of 14-year-old Justin McLaughlin in Glasgow.

Daniel Haig was found guilty of murder at the High Court in Glasgow on Thursday, 22 June, 2023.

Justin was found seriously injured at High Street train station around 3.45pm on Saturday, 16 October, 2021. He was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time later.

Detective Chief Inspector Brian Geddes said: “This was a shocking loss of a young life which has left a family devastated.

"Although today’s conviction can’t change what happened, I hope the outcome brings them at least a degree of closure.

"I would like to thank everyone who assisted with our inquiry.

"Violence like this has no place in our society and we will continue to work closely with our partners to bring perpetrators to justice."

Daniel Haig

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