Bradley Welsh murder: Timeline surrounding Trainspotting 2 star’s fatal shooting

Wednesday 7pm: Bradley Welsh is training at Holyrood Boxing Gym
Bradley Welsh was shot dead on Wednesday night.Bradley Welsh was shot dead on Wednesday night.
Bradley Welsh was shot dead on Wednesday night.

Wednesday 8pm: Mr Welsh drives outside his home and speaks to a neighbour before being shot in the head while walking down the steps to his flat.

Wednesday just after 8pm: A huge police presence descends on Chester Street with armed officers visible after several reports of a gunshot being heard.

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Wednesday 10pm: Forensics are seen entering the basement flat to search for evidence.

Wednesday 11pm: The victim is named locally as Bradley Welsh.

Thursday 8am: People begin leaving floral tributes to the late Bradley Welsh.

Thursday noon: Police confirm the victim of the fatal shooting to be the Trainspotting 2 star.

Thursday 1pm: A forensic team is seen scouring Chester Street looking for clues as part of the investigation.

Thursday 3pm: Detective superintendent Allan Burton reveals to the media the details of the former boxer’s final moments and issues a public appeal for help in finding the man responsible.