Man arrested in connection with conspiracy to murder in Glasgow

Police Scotland confirmed that a 46-year-old man and a 39-year-old man were arrested following raids at two addresses in the north of Glasgow on Wednesday morning.

The arrests were carried out by officers from the Organised Crime and Counter Terrorism Unit.

Police said both men were arrested in connection with serious and organised crime, firearms and drugs offences.

The 39-year-old man was also arrested in connection with conspiracy to murder.

Officers attended the two properties at around 6am on Wednesday, August 26.

Enquiries remain ongoing.

Officers investigating serious and organised crime have arrested two men, including one in connection with an alleged conspiracy to murder. (Image: Police Scotland)

Assistant Chief Constable David Ferry said: “The chief constable has made it clear that those intent on being involved in serious and organised crime will be brought to justice.

“This enforcement action underlines that commitment.

“We will continue to take strong action and to use every tool and tactic available to relentlessly pursue those involved in serious criminality who seek to profit from the harm and misery they cause to communities in Scotland.

“We do need the support of our communities to do this. Anyone with information about serious and organised crime is asked to contact Police Scotland via 101.

“Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.”

Anyone with information about serious and organised crime is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.