Murder probe launched as lawyer’s son Cameron Logan, 23, dies during ‘deliberate’ and ‘targeted’ New Year’s Day fire
The 23-year-old died during the horror blaze at the semi-detached property after returning from night out with his girlfriend
A 23-year-old man murdered in a “targeted” fire attack on a family home on New Year’s Day has been named by cops.
Cameron Logan was killed during the dawn blaze at the semi-detached property in the Glasgow suburb of Milngavie after returning from night out with his girlfriend celebrating.
Cops launched a murder probe last night after investigators confirmed the fire at the house was “targeted”.
Parents David Logan and wife Catherine, both 54, needed medical attention for smoke inhalation after the property went up in flames at about 7.25am yesterday.
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They were both discharged after treatment at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow.
The family dog was also killed in the fire.
Detective Chief Inspector Bob Frew, Major Investigation Teams, Govan Police Office, said today: “Cameron had been out with his girlfriend celebrating Hogmanay and both had returned to his home in the early hours of the morning.
"Later that morning, a fire was set deliberately at the house. Cameron died at the scene.
"His parents, both 54 years of age, have since been released from hospital, however, his 24 year old girlfriend remains in hospital where medical staff describe her condition as critical.
“The family pet dog also died at the scene.
“Officers are still at the house carrying out enquiries and are also in the area speaking to neighbours and checking CCTV.
“Although it was early on New Year’s morning, it’s possible that people were about, maybe walking their dogs or out jogging in or near the area.
"I would appeal to them or indeed anyone who was near Achray Place, who saw activity at the house prior to or after the fire to contact police."
One local said yesterday: “They are a nice family.
“It was only when we got up and saw the fire engines we even knew something had happened.”
Last night a tarpaulin covered the front of the blackened and gutted property as a forensics team began inquiries.
DI Martin Fergus said: “This is a truly terrible incident. Residents are shocked that a man lost his life, particularly at New Year, when families and friends come together.”
In a witness plea, he said: “Passing drivers, joggers or dog walkers may have seen someone running away.
He said any info could be crucial in nailing the culprit.
David, a former company director of The Antonine Sports Centre, was a solicitor at Dyslexia Scotwest.
We told yesterday how flames engulfed a hotel in Pitlochry in the early hours as 200 guests were evacuated in their pyjamas.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Major Investigation Team based at Govan Police Office on the 101 number.
Alternatively contact CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111
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