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Tributes paid to Glasgow murder victim found seriously injured 'outside city DJ night'

Tributes have been paid to a man who died after being found seriously injured in Glasgow.

Kevin John Kennedy, also known as Kevin Jamieson, was found on Cornwall Street South in the Kinning Park area at around 11.30pm on Wednesday. The 36-year-old was discovered with serious injuries and rushed to hospital where he was pronounced dead.

It's believed that Kevin, from the south side of the city, had been attending a DJ night in the area before he was attacked.

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A murder investigation has been launched and detectives are currently working to establish the full circumstances of what happened to Kevin.

Following the news of his death, dozens of tributes have been paid to the 36-year-old online with flowers also being left at the scene.

Kevin's sister Amy Roberts posted: "My heart is in total pieces and I cannot put into words how much this has tore our family apart, it still doesn’t even feel real, I hope wherever you are you're at peace and looking down on us all, kev you really were my best friend and enemy all in one and there will never ever be a day that you are forgotten I promise, I love you with all my heart, fly high."

Friend George Roberston said: "Rip bud. Another took too soon my thoughts are with family at this heartbreaking time. Kev was a good mate of mines also many many memories and occasionally a wee phone call at half 2 In the morning as yae do, rest easy kev sleep tight. Memories of many cars stars and 5 stars always bro, was never a dull moment."

Pal Johny McCreadie added: "Rest in peace Kevin Kennedy some say friends I called you family brother going to miss your every day phone calls while I'm working n getting moaned at aff the gaffer. Always made sure I was alright when you were going through the mill yourself. Thank you for everything you ever done for me you were a king."

Another wellwisher commented: "Rest easy Kev, heartbreaking for all the family & friends. You will be sadly missed."

Detective Chief Inspector Peter Sharp said: "We are working to establish the full circumstances of what happened and our thoughts are with the family of Mr Kennedy at this difficult time for them.

"If anyone saw anything or heard anything before or after the incident that might help with our investigation, I would urge them to come forward.

"We believe this to be an isolated incident and there is no threat to the wider community.

"Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 3837 of Wednesday, 5 October, 2022. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

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