'Biggest emergency service presence seen' at River Clyde amid 'body in water' report

A huge emergency response is currently in attendance at the River Clyde in Glasgow amid reports of a body in the water.

Crews raced to Clydeside in the city centre after receiving reports of a body in the water near George V Bridge at 9.45am.

Police, ambulance and fire crews have been pictured in attendance as a helicopter hovers above.

A large cordon along the river is also in place.

An eye witness told our sister title, Glasgow Live: "It's taped off from the walkway to the road bridge.

"There are at least 20 officers, 10 firemen and around four or five ambulances. There is a helicopter flying overhead and two boats in the water.

"It looks like a very serious incident. It's probably the biggest presence I've seen."

Images from the scene show the area taped off by police with dive units in attendance.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Around 9.45am on Saturday, 27 April 2024, a report was made with regard to what is believed to be a body in the water near the George V Bridge.

"Police and emergency services are at the scene."

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