Man pleaded guilty to the murder of John McGregor in August, 2021

A man has been pleaded guilty to murder following the fatal shooting of a 44-year-old man in Glasgow. 

John McGregor died after a firearm was discharged around 7.55pm on Thursday, 26 August, 2021 in Westray Street.

Malcolm McNee, 61 pleaded guilty to murder and attempting to pervert the course of justice on Wednesday, 5 March, 2025 at the High Court in Glasgow.  

Two other men have also been convicted of various offences in connection with the death. 

Reece Trainer, 25, pleaded guilty to firearm offences and attempting to pervert the course of justice on Wednesday, 5 March, 2025 at the High Court in Glasgow.  

Craig Gallacher, 45, pleaded guilty to possession of an offensive weapon and Breach of the Peace on Monday, 10, 2025 at the High Court in Glasgow following an incident in Westerhill Road, Bishopbriggs on Tuesday, 21 September, 2021. 

Detective Inspector Keith Runcie said: “John’s family have been devastated by his needless death and our thoughts remain with them. Nothing can bring him back, but we hope these convictions offer some closure in the form of justice. 

“Through extensive enquiries by the Major Investigation Team, we identified McNee as being responsible for John’s murder, with Trainer and Gallagher playing a part in this horrific crime. 

“The community was left shocked by John’s killing which was carried out in a residential street. It showed a complete disregard for public safety by those involved. 

“Violence such as this is never acceptable in our communities, and we will work tirelessly to ensure those responsible are brought to justice. 

“I want to thank the public for their support, and everyone who worked on this investigation." 

Image - left to right - Malcolm McNee, Reece Trainer, Craig Gallacher