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Fears have been raised about the safety of Govanhill residents after 36 robberies were reported in the area in under one month.

Police have launched an investigation into the terrifying spate of break-ins at homes across the south side area.

The shock figure was revealed by police officers at the latest meeting of Govanhill and Crosshill Community Council, leading to concerns about people living in the community - especially the elderly.

Chairman Joseph Beaver told Glasgow Live: "It was a shock.

"This area has been getting worse but we were still stunned to hear there had been 36 break-ins in one month.

"People are worried and it makes you really concerned for the more vulnerable residents.

"The elderly community round here feel very unsafe in their own homes and that's not right."

Mr Beaver, who has been at the helm of the community council for three years, is a member of the Govanhill Community Campaign, which was launched six years ago to demand improvements for the local area.

He is urging anyone in the area who is the victim of a crime to get in touch with police.

He added: "I've lived in Govanhill my whole life, it's a great place with some great people.

"It makes me really sad when you get reports of things like this spate of robberies.

"Govanhill could be great again, if we just got a bit of help.

"I urge anyone who is the victim of a crime round here to contact the police, no matter how minor you might think it is.

"It's only by reporting every single incident that we can push for more resources to be allocated to this area."

A police spokesperson told Glasgow Live enquiries are ongoing into the incidents.

She added: "We are continuing to work with a range of partners to address this issue and we will continue to target anyone who commits crime, and deal with them robustly."

"We would ask people to report any suspicious activity and urge anyone with information that may assist our investigation to contact Cathcart Police Office through 101. "