Teenager charged over stab death

9 April 2011 Last updated at 09:22 GMT George McLaughlin was found with stab wounds A teenager has been charged in connection with the murder of a 45-year-old man in East Renfrewshire.

George McLaughlin was found with stab wounds in a common close in Gertrude Place, Barrhead, in the early hours of Sunday 3 April.

Strathclyde Police said he had been involved in a row earlier in the evening.

The force said an 18-year-old had been arrested. He is expected to appear at Paisley Sheriff Court on Monday.

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Youths charged over airgun attack

24 February 2011 Last updated at 06:57 GMT The incident happened near Auchinleck Academy in East Ayrshire Two teenagers have been charged in connection with an airgun attack near a school in East Ayrshire on Wednesday.

Strathclyde Police said that up to 11 Auchinleck Academy pupils, aged between 12 and 16, were injured - none of them seriously.

The incident happened in the town's Church Street, just after 1330 GMT.

An 18-year-old boy and a 15-year-old boy are expected to appear at Ayr Sheriff Court later, on charges of assault.

Five girls and six boys were struck by pellets, mainly on their legs and torsos.

It is understood one pupil remains in Crosshouse Hospital, near Kilmarnock.

Firearms officers were called to the scene on Wednesday afternoon and East Ayrshire Council informed parents of those pupils injured.

At least one property nearby had its windows shattered by pellets. It is understood police are still looking for a weapon and further charges, connected with firearms, may be brought.

East Ayrshire Council said it had responded immediately by informing police and parents of the children involved and seeking medical attention.

In a statement it said: "The council is working closely with the school to ensure that the school, the children and their families are appropriately supported."

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Man charged over flat fire murder

9 February 2011 Last updated at 14:26 GMT Stewart Taylor died in Chalmers Crescent, Edinburgh A 43-year-old man has been charged with the murder of a man whose body was found in a burning flat in Edinburgh.

Stewart Taylor, 33, originally from Aberdeen, died in a flat in Chalmers Crescent on Monday morning.

His girlfriend Lynsey Methven, 30, was found lying seriously injured next to him

Frank Moore, from Newtongrange, appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court accused of murder, attempted murder and breach of the peace.

He made no plea or declaration and was remanded in custody.

In a family statement, the Taylor family, said: "Anyone who knew Stewart will understand the indescribable loss we have suffered.

"He was deeply loved by his family and many friends, who have all been left completely devastated by his death.

"We will remember him for his positive outlook in life and his desire to do the best in his career as a chef.

"This tragic loss will leave a huge hole in our family, but we will cherish the happy memories we have.

"Stewart will stay in our hearts forever."

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