John Cairns: Suspect arrested in connection with death of man in Shotts
16 May 2024, 15:58
Police Scotland have arrested a suspect in connection with the death of a man as part of a murder investigation.
John Cairns, 24, was found seriously injured at a property in Shiel Gardens, Shotts, North Lanarkshire, at around 8.20am on Thursday 9 May.
Emergency services attended, but Mr Cairns was pronounced dead at the scene.
A murder probe was launched following a post-mortem examination.
In an update on Thursday, Police Scotland announced a 39-year-old man had been arrested in connection with Mr Cairns' death.
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A force spokesperson added: "Enquiries are ongoing."
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