An investigation has been launched into the 'unexplained' death of a patient at a Glasgow hospital.

Police have confirmed that the 'unexpected' death of a 35-year-old man took place this weekend at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in the city's Southside.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "On Saturday 13 August, police were made aware of the unexpected death of a 35-year-old man at the QEUH.

"The death is being treated as unexplained and enquiries are ongoing."

STV news reports the deceased man as Martin Weldon from Dumbarton who is understood to have been in an intensive care unit at the hospital following a diabetic hypo.

In a statement, Mr Weldon's family told STV: "Our family is taking time to grieve for Martin and we are supporting the police through the investigation and once the investigation is done we will comment further.”

It is understood that NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has now confirmed that a police probe is underway but said it would be 'inappropriate' to provide further details at this stage.

STV reports that a spokesperson for the health board said: “Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Mr Weldon’s family and loved ones as they mourn his loss.

"After immediately notifying the Procurator Fiscal, the circumstances around Mr Weldon’s death are now subject to an ongoing police investigation.

"As such, it would be inappropriate to comment further.

"We continue to work with relevant authorities and remain committed to engaging with the family as investigations progress.”