A man who was found lying on Balmore Road was most likely struck by a vehicle, police investigations have revealed.  

Kieran Paul Murray was found seriously injured on the A807 on Wednesday, October 7. 

He was discovered around 9.40pm lying on Balmore Road, approximately 500 metres east of the Allander Toll Roundabout, just before Bardowie village near to the 30mph road traffic signs.

The 23-year-old was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, before being transferred to the Glasgow Royal Infirmary with a serious head injury. 

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He tragically died in hospital on Friday, October 9. 

His family was left "devastated" following the tragic death.

Officers are now appealing for more information following a post-mortem examination.  
Detective Chief Inspector Gillian Grant, from Police Scotland’s Major Investigation Team said: “Investigations into the cause of Kieran’s death have found it is likely he was struck by a vehicle, which led to him being discovered lying seriously injured on Balmore Road.

“I would urge anyone who was in the area of Balmore Road on Wednesday night and noticed anything which could be helpful to our enquiries to please get in touch.

“It is possible that the driver of the vehicle may not have been aware they hit Kieran, or may now be frightened to come forward, but I would like to urge you to please contact police.

"A young man has lost his life, leaving his family utterly devastated, and we must find answers for them.

“Likewise, I would urge any motorists with dashcam footage, who were in the vicinity around the time of the incident, to check in case they captured anything of importance.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland through 101, quoting reference number 3599 of Wednesday, October 7, 2020.

Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.