Preston Bell, 22, was shot and killed on Shady Lane Road on Monday. His family said he was a well-mannered young man who was an avid Buckeyes and Steelers fan.
An emergency response was promoted to the scene on McAllister Avenue in Airdie on Sunday afternoon. The 49-year-old victim is currently being treated at Queen Elizabeth University hospital. Detectives are currently following a positive line of inquiry into the incident. A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: At 2pm on Sunday, March 7, police were called to a property in McAllister Avenue in Airdrie after a 49-year-old man was assaulted on the street. Emergency services attended and the victim was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, where medical staff describe his condition as critical. The incident is being treated as attempted murder and inquiries are continuing.
Downpour is expected to hit the city from tomorrow and overnight into Wednesday. The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) has warned the heavy rain could cause some flooding impacts. A statement reads: Typical flooding impacts could include localised flooding of land and roads, isolated cases of flooding affecting individual properties, and localised disruption to travel. Remain vigilant and remember, it is your responsibility to take actions which help protect yourself and your property. Advice and information is also available through Floodline on 0345 9881188.
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