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Fatal Assault in Glasgow’s Royal Exchange Square
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Core Event
On the early morning of Sunday, 4 October 2026, Daniel Colrain, 21, was found with serious injuries in Royal Exchange Square, Glasgow, at about 03:05 am. He was taken to hospital and died the following day, Monday, 5 October 2026. Police Scotland arrested a 19-year-old man in connection with the disturbance and later charged a 20-year-old man. A second 19-year-old was previously arrested and released pending further enquiries. Another 21-year-old man was assaulted in the same incident and sustained minor injuries.
Background & Context
The assault occurred amid a weekend described by police as placing “significant demand” on resources. Over the same period, Glasgow city centre experienced a series of assaults, an attempted murder, robberies, hate crimes and a wilful fire-raising at a licensed premises, prompting a high-visibility policing presence.
Official Statements & Responses
A Police Scotland spokesperson confirmed the timing of the disturbance and the fatal outcome. The force has set up an anonymous tip portal and asked anyone with information to contact 101, quoting incident number 0494 of 4 October 2026.
Data & Statistics
- Arrests/charges: one 19-year-old arrested (released), a second 19-year-old previously arrested (released), one 20-year-old charged and due to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court.
- Injuries: Daniel Colrain suffered serious injuries and died; another 21-year-old sustained minor injuries.
Verbatim Quotes
- “A man has died following a disturbance in Royal Exchange Square in Glasgow that happened around 3.05am on Sunday, 4 October.” — Police Scotland spokesperson
- “In the most extreme incident, one man sadly lost his life and our thoughts and condolences are with his family at this very difficult time.” — Police