Man detained over Newlands abduction
POLICE have arrested a man in connection with the abduction and robbery of a Newlands woman.
The 55-year-old is thought to be behind a spate of robberies where he pretended to be a police officer.
He has been accused of five incidents whereby he robbed homes or attempted to gain access to people’s properties.
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Hide AdAfter he is said to have abducted and robbed the 85-year-old Newlands woman on April 9, it is alleged he attempted to gain access to a 53-year-old’s home in the Maryhill area of Glasgow.
He is also accused of attempting to gain access to another house in Newlands on July 3.