Public warned not to approach ‘dangerous’ man as murdered pensioner named
Elizabeth Colligan, 82, was found injured in Cardowan Road
A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a n 82-year-old woman in Glasgow, as police issue an appeal to trace a ‘dangerous’ man.
Elizabeth Colligan, 82, was found injured in Cardowan Road, Glasgow, at around 4am on Saturday. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Detective Inspector Gordon Walker said: “Our thoughts remain with Elizabeth’s family and friends during this very difficult time. We are continuing to offer them our support as the investigation progresses.
“Officers are following a positive line of enquiry and work is ongoing to establish the full circumstances of what has happened. This includes door to door enquiries in the local area, as well as a detailed review of all available CCTV footage.
“We are especially keen to speak with anyone who saw or heard anything around 4am on Saturday.”
Earlier police warned the public not to approach a “dangerous” missing man who was last seen on Cardown Road at the same time.
Anyone who has seen Mr McKinnon, who is 30, has been told not to approach him and instead to call 999 immediately. He is 6ft tall and was last seen wearing a black jacket with a red hood and blue jeans.
Detective superintendent Gary Ferguson said: “Grant is considered to be dangerous and I’m appealing for information from the public to help us trace him as soon as possible.
“If anyone sees Grant, they should not approach him but contact police immediately.
“Anyone with information on where he may be, or anyone who thinks they’ve seen him since the early hours of Saturday morning, should call 999 urgently quoting reference 0523 of April 18.
“Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”