Man found dead in Glasgow Central Station toilets

Officers were called to the railway station at about 8.15pm on Saturday.

Paramedics also attended but the man, who was in his 40s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

British Transport Police (BTP) are appealing for information as they work to establish the full circumstances behind the man’s death.

A man has died after being found unresponsive in the toilets at Glasgow Central Station. Photograph: Network Rail

The man’s family have been informed about his death, which is currently being treated as unexplained by police.

A police spokesperson said: “We believe the man entered the toilets at around 5.15pm that evening, and are appealing for anyone who may have been in the area between then and 8.15pm to get in touch with any information which may assist their investigation.

“Any witnesses or anyone with information is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 554 of 17/10/20.”

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