Murder Investigation Launched After Two Men Found Dead in Glasgow Flat
Police Scotland treats deaths of Paul Lafferty and Gary Beaton as murder, appeals for public assistance in Partick inquiry.
Callum Smith
Two men were found dead in a Partick flat, prompting a murder investigation.
Paul Lafferty, 50, and Gary Beaton, 54, were discovered deceased in a flat on Chancellor Street in Partick, Glasgow.
Police Scotland has confirmed the deaths are being treated as murder following post-mortem examinations.
The victims reportedly knew each other; the flat where they were found is understood to be the home of one of them.
The last sighting of either man was on Friday morning, with detectives believing a knife was used as a weapon.
Police Scotland launched a manhunt after the two men were found stabbed to death in Glasgow.
My thoughts are with the families of Paul and Gary at this extremely difficult time and we are doing all we can to get them answers.
A major incident public portal has been launched as part of the investigation; Police Scotland dedicates significant resources.
Police are reviewing CCTV footage and conducting door-to-door inquiries across the area.
High visibility patrols and an increased police presence are now established in the Partick area.
Detectives have appealed for witnesses who knew the victims or observed suspicious activity near Chancellor Street from 9am on Friday 14 August.
Police are keeping an open mind about whether there was one killer or more than one.
Cheryl Kelly stated, "My thoughts are with the families of Paul and Gary at this extremely difficult time and we are doing all we can to get them answers."
Kelly further appealed, "Our investigation into the deaths of Paul and Gary are continuing and I would urgently appeal to anyone with information who has not already spoken with us to please do so."
She urged, "I am appealing directly to anyone with any information, no matter how small or insignificant they feel it may be, should come forward and speak to us."
Kelly added, "Please do not assume that the police already know the information you have."
I would like to extend my sympathies to the family and friends of Paul and Gary as they try to come to terms with their loss.
Craig Brady extended his sympathies, saying, "I would like to extend my sympathies to the family and friends of Paul and Gary as they try to come to terms with their loss."
Brady added, "If anyone has any concerns, or information, please speak to officers."