Trial set for man accused of shooting shopkeer in Glasgow
26 year old Peter Blackwood faces charges of the attempted murder of Naser Hussain in January
A man is to stand trial charged with shooting a shopkeeper in the Yoker area of Glasgow.
26 year old Peter Blackwood is accused of trying to kill Naser Hussain at the KOF Convenience Store on Dumbarton Road in January this year.
The allegation includes claims Blackwood's face was partially masked as he demanded money and cigarettes before shooting 23 year old Mr Hussain on the leg with a firearm.
This is said to have to been to Mr Hussain's severe injury, permanent disfigurement and impairment and to the danger of his life.
Blackwood appeared for a short hearing at the High Court in Glasgow.
His QC John Scullion pled not guilty on his behalf to the attempted murder charge and four firearms allegations.
Judge Lady Scott set a trial due to begin in December.