A prisoner has died in custody at HMP Low Moss in Bishopbriggs.
The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) announced that Alexander McDonald passed away on Monday, July 8.
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Police Scotland has been advised about the death.
Meanwhile, the 47-year-old's death has been reported to the Procurator Fiscal.
A fatal accident inquiry will be held in due course.
A spokesperson for SPS said: “Every death, whether in prison custody or in our communities, is a tragedy for all those who knew and supported the individual.
“Following the death of someone in our care, Police Scotland are advised, and the matter is reported to the Procurator Fiscal. Fatal Accident Inquiries are held in due course.”
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