Paul Ferris, a notorious Glasgow gangland figure who later became an author, dies aged 62. Multiple outlets report that he dies after a short illness, with the BBC saying he is believed to have died on Tuesday night. The Daily Mail reports he was admitted to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow two days earlier.
Several publications describe Ferris as a former “enforcer” or crime boss who turned to writing after a life in crime. The Independent frames his later career as an author after he “turn[ed] his back on a life of crime,” while other reports focus on his reputation in Glasgow’s criminal underworld. Daily Record pieces also provide historical context, including references to the sensational murder case in which he was cleared and the lengthy coverage of his life and alleged crimes. Across outlets, the core points remain consistent: Ferris was prominent in Glasgow gangland history, he became known for writing later on, and he dies in hospital following illness.
