Murder inquiry launched following death of teen hit by van in Glasgow

A murder inquiry is being launched in Glasgow following the death of an 18 year-old yesterday.

Liam Hendry was hit by a white van in Barrowfield Street around 6.45am. A 30-year old was also attacked and seriously injured in the incident.

Officers believe it was deliberately driven at a group of people which Liam was a part of - they're appealing for witnesses.

Detective Inspector Greig Wilkie, Shettleston CID, said:

“From our enquiries so far, we understand that Liam and some of his friends, who were in a flat in Barrowfield Street, came into the street on hearing a disturbance between two groups of people already outside.

“A van has then deliberately driven at the group of people from the flat fatally injuring Mr Hendry. A disturbance then broke out and this is when the second man was injured.

“Officers are still piecing together the events and are speaking to witnesses and checking CCTV in the area.

“The van involved was recovered at the time of the attack. From initial enquiries the van was driven deliberately at the group. Mr Hendry happened to be part of the group on the street at the time.

“If you have any information that could assist officers with their enquiries, then please call Shettleston CID via 101 quoting reference number 1240 of Sunday 29 September 2019. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111."

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