A man has appeared in court charged with murder following the death of a woman following riots in Glasgow.

James McCrindle allegedly assaulted and killed 40-year-old Sandie Butler in Townhead on October 29.

Court documents stated the 53-year-old man “struggled with” Ms Butler and “struck her on the body with a knife or similar instrument”.

Ms Butler was found seriously injured in the St Mungo Avenue area and died a short time later.

Tributes were paid to Ms Butler after her death was announced.

Charmain Hunter said: “Not Sandie, she was such a lovely person. I met her the day she arrived in Ness and have kept in touch ever since.

“Oh doll, my heart breaks for your pet. RIP Sandie, until we meet on the other side.”

“I am very sorry to hear this. “I will never forget the help you gave my sister, my thoughts are with your family and friends at this sad time,” said Lorraine Grant.

McCrindle did not enter a plea to the murder charge at a private hearing at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Monday.

He was represented by his lawyer Marco Guarino.

The 53-year-old was remanded in custody and subjected to further examination by Sheriff Allan McKau.

McCrindle, from the city’s Townhead, will appear in court again within the next eight days.

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