Ex-footballer Charlie Adam Snr dies
Father of Stoke City and Scotland midfielder Charlie Adam dies suddenly
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.A former professional footballer has died suddenly aged 50, police said.
Tayside Police said Charles Adam, who played for Dundee United and Partick Thistle, died yesterday in Dundee.
Mr Adam was the father of current Scotland international and Stoke midfielder Charlie Adam and Grant Adam, who is the goalkeeper for Airdrie United in the Scottish First Division.
A police statement said: "Tayside Police were called to Grampian Gardens in Dundee at 6.30pm on Monday after the death of a 50-year-old man.
"The deceased has been confirmed as former professional football player Charles Adam (senior) who played for Dundee United."
Police said there were no suspicious circumstances and a report will be sent to the procurator fiscal.
PA
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments