Police ScotlandThe watchdog is to investigate police decision-making and actions leading up to the death of a teenager in Glasgow.
Amen Teklay was killed in a sword attack in the St George’s Cross area on March 15.
Two teenagers, aged 16 and 15, are accused of his murder.
The pair appeared at the High Court in Glasgow in October, where they were accused of striking Amen with the sword, leaving him so severely hurt that he passed away on Clarendon Street.
The killing is said to have occurred after earlier incidents involving the 15-year-old and Amen.
Prosecutors allege the teenager teamed up with two other named boys to attack Amen on Great Western Road on February 12.
The charge includes claims that he was repeatedly punched and kicked in the head and body.
A further accusation states the 15-year-old was “threatening and abusive” to Amen three days before the alleged murder by brandishing a sword and metal barrier at the youngster, as well as shouting and swearing at him.
The advocate was asked by Judge Lord Scott about an Osman threat to life warning, which was not divulged further.
The Police Investigations and Review Commissioner confirmed that it is investigating.
A spokesperson said: “We are conducting an investigation into police decision-making and actions leading up to the death of Amen Teklay, aged 15, on March 5, 2025, in Clarendon Street, Glasgow.
“A report will be submitted to the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) on conclusion of our investigation.
“It would be inappropriate to comment any further at this stage while legal proceedings are ongoing.”
Both teenagers have pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Brian McConnachie, defending the 15-year-old, stated that his client has lodged a special defence of self-defence for the murder charge.
Iain McSporran KC, defending the 16-year-old, stated that there was a “greater background” between Amen and the other boy.
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