Police investigating death of patient at Scotland’s biggest hospital

Police are investigating the death of a patient at Scotland’s biggest hospital.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde reported the death of a 74-year-old man at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital on Friday, May 3.

Officers confirmed enquiries into the death remain at an early stage.

A spokesperson for the health board said: “In line with NHSGGC protocols, we have reported the death of a patient at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital on Friday, May 3, 2024 to Police Scotland.

“Our thoughts and sympathies remain with the family of the patient.”

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “On Sunday, May 5, we received a report of the death of a 74-year-old man within the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital on Friday, May 3.

“Enquiries are at an early stage to establish the circumstances surrounding the death.”