A MAJOR police investigation has been launched after the death of a man in a Scots town
It’s believed he had been visiting his late father's home before he was involved in a confrontation in the General’s Gate area.Police have now confirmed they are treating the death as murder and are appealing for information.A devastated friend said: “Nobody can believe what has happened.“This senseless murder has left his entire family and friends completely bereft.
"However, I am still keen to speak to anyone else who was in the area at the time, and may have seen or heard anything suspicious. Please get in touch with officers. “We would also urge any motorists with dashcams who were in General’s Gate or Old Glasgow Road areas on Sunday night to check your footage."We understand that incidents of this nature can cause concern for the local community but please be assured we are doing everything we can to identify those involved.
"There will be additional patrols in the area as we carry out our enquiries and anyone with any concerns can approach these officers."We have also set up a website that gives members of the public access to a form to send information directly to the Major Investigation Team, which can be submitted anonymously if you wish.”
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