He was arrested at a Glasgow hospital in December but has claimed he is Arthur Knight and the victim of mistaken identity. weazle. The bodies of two men who had been shot and burned were found in a field in East Lothian. [8] Charles Ross' map of 1773 has "Belsihill" marked north of Crosgates and Orbiston. Sharing a picture of her and her father, daughter Nicole Hamilton wrote: My wee dad. The Crown Office said: Unresolved homicides are never closed and the murder of David Ferguson in October 1999 remains a live investigation., Gangland killer Garry Smith was set to face trial for allegedly hacked teenager David Ferguson to death with a machete in Bellshill, inset. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Remote Scottish island seeking couple for once-in-a-lifetime job opportunity. "I would like to reassure the local community extensive police enquiries are ongoing and officers are gathering CCTV footage from the surrounding area. Manuel was the third-to-last criminal to be executed in Scotland. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Manuel had been asleep at the time of the police's arrival; as an officer named Andrew Stuart recited the arrest warrant to his (Manuel's) father, Manuel became verbally abusive. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. It has a 25m swimming pool, with two large spectator seating areas either side, a large hall and health suite. Lord Cullen, the Lord Justice- Clerk, who heard the case with Lords Kirkwood and Osborne, said that about 10.43pm on Sunday, September 9, 1984, Lorna Porter, then 18, had arrived by train at Bellshill, having spent the weekend with her fiance in Drumchapel. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Europe's travel visa scheme is delayed again until next year. Anti-abortion group reveals disturbing plans to 'brick up' Glasgow clinic. [12], According to the first Statistical Account, in the late 1700s the parish of Bothwell, which encompasses modern Bellshill, was a centre of hand-loom weaving with 113 weavers recorded. Easton became famous for being the focus of an episode in the British television programme The Big Time, which r Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. The ferryman on the Renfrew Ferry claimed to have seen him on the ferry during the night (although this was not the most direct route) and a motorist claimed to have passed him on Loch Lomondside. The scene was cordoned off yesterday and the front of a home was covered with a blue tent as forensic teams carried out inquiries. A MAN has been charged following the death of a dad found seriously injured on his doorstep. In 1955, he successfully conducted his own defence on a rape charge at Airdrie Sheriff Court. The Gers boss might be getting grief in the wake of Sundays League Cup final defeat but so is another Ibrox backer. Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Demand for coal to feed British industry meant that by the 1870s, 20 deep pits were in operation in the area. It is believed he was lured to the spot by someone he knew and was then attacked. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to Scott Taylor, who plays for Lothian Thistle Hutchison Vale, is recovering in hospital in an induced coma after undergoing a 10-hour operation. Anthony Miller followed Manuel on to the Barlinnie gallows in December 1960, and Henry John Burnett was executed at Craiginches Prison, Aberdeen, in August 1963. A judge heard how the victim's injuries were potentially fatal. 6.0 James Hound. Richard Wotherspoon, 32, has now appeared in private at Hamilton Sheriff Court charged with murder. But, tragically, Sammy could not be saved and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Police earlier revealed how the 56-year-old had been coming home from a relatives house when he was discovered badly injured by his own mother. Gow known to pals as Gowser, was discovered in the towns Bellevue Crescent at around 4am on Wednesday after a bust-up in a house earlier that morning. His elderly mother found him with serious injuries on his doorstep in the moments before he died. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. 2.20 AtAstrallan Rugby League. "Door to door inquiries are also being carried out. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. [11] Bellshill was on the road which linked Glasgow and Edinburgh. Garry Smith was also suspected of being involved in the double murders but no one has ever been arrested in connection with the deaths of Nisbet and Lindsay. We are lucky at The Herald. The original case against him collapsed when a key witness suddenly refused to give evidence at his trial. "We have set up a website that gives members of the public access to a form to send information directly to the Major Investigation Team. Smith killed Graeme Ferry, 24, in April 2011 after a party to celebrate his 33rd birthday at his home in Bellshill. Other nearby localities are Motherwell 2mi (3km) to the south, Hamilton 3mi (5km) to the southwest, Viewpark .mw-parser-output .frac{white-space:nowrap}.mw-parser-output .frac .num,.mw-parser-output .frac .den{font-size:80%;line-height:0;vertical-align:super}.mw-parser-output .frac .den{vertical-align:sub}.mw-parser-output .sr-only{border:0;clip:rect(0,0,0,0);height:1px;margin:-1px;overflow:hidden;padding:0;position:absolute;width:1px}1+12mi (2.5km) to the west, Holytown 2mi (3km) to the east and Coatbridge 3mi (5km) to the north. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. 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Manuel was hanged at Glasgow's Barlinnie Prison; he was the second to last prisoner to die on the Barlinnie gallows. We are read by an informed, educated readership who can add their knowledge and insights to our stories. Bellshill continues to produce well respected and influential independent pop music, with members of Mogwai and De Rosa hailing from the town. Editors' Code of Practice. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can Five months later, Smith confessed that he had killed his pal and buried his body at a landfill site near Cleland, Lanarkshire. Ross Gow, 25, was discovered on Bellvue Crescent in Bellshill in the early hours of Wednesday 3 October. Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond - Sign up to our daily newsletter here . sacked his solicitor after branding her a mouse in the courtroom. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. 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[27] The settlement is now served solely by Bellshill railway station. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? The legal system could have come close to a miscarriage of justice in Watt's case (who would very likely have been hanged if convicted) and the evidence of these two witnesses is still not easy to explain even now. Sammy was said to have been making his way home from a relative's house on Wednesday night. The body of Kyle Sambrook and his beagle Bane were found in Glencoe on Saturday following a three-day search. Council tax in Perth and Kinross to increase by 3.9 per cent, The council tax increase is understood to be currently the lowest approved in mainland Scotland, Amateur Scots football captain in intensive care after 'sudden and severe accident'. Lorna Slater accused of 'desperate spinning' as small firms fail to register for deposit return scheme. Readers comments: You are personally liable for the content of any comments you upload to this website, so please act responsibly. A Gannett Company. Emergency services raced to the town's Thorndean Avenue after the alarm was raised but he was pronounced dead at the scene. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please Until then, it was not possible to try someone for the same crime, including murder. Peter (45), Doris (42) and Michael Smart (10): The Smarts were shot dead in their Uddingston home in the early hours of 1 January 1958. Bartender shares 'rude' comment customers should never say when ordering drinks. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to Scots council bans fridges at recycling centre after fatal Perth explosion. William Watt remained the main suspect until the Smart family murder just a few miles away, when the police realized that there was a serial killer on the loose. Jeanette added: The fact Smith was responsible for Graeme Ferrys death gave us the chance to apply to have Davids case reopened. During his childhood, Manuel was bullied. . 6.5 News. Sinclair was convicted of the same murders in 2014 under the new rules. Police said Mr Gow was taken to Monklands District General Hospital but died a short time later. Robert Pawlikowski, 54, was last seen at 10.30am today. Something went wrong, please try again later. Airdrie and Coatbridge Advertiser Friday August 17 1979 19 Murder charge A COATBRIDGE man appeared in private .. k4 Airdrie and Advertiser Thursday April 7 107 iffi By JuR former Chief the murder seemed anxiety con-aed for .. Ayrshire and Irvine Friday February 9 1979 40 Pages Price 12p toddler murder A 22-year-old Kilmarnock man .. WE'LL KEEP MURDERING PRICES YOU KEEP BUYING! The scene - known as the Bellshill Sound or the Bellshill Beat - was celebrated by influential DJ John Peel in the Channel 4 television series Sounds Of The Suburbs. 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