Blantyre flat death: Man charged with murder as police probe continues

The 20-year-old is due to appear before Hamilton Sheriff Court tomorrow. 

Police were called to the scene yesterday afternoon following reports of a disturbance. They found a 33-year-old man dead in a flat in Camelon Crescent. 

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Police tape off flats in Camelon Crescent, Blantyre

Officers will patrol the area for public reassurance and said the incident appears to be "isolated" but have asked anyone with concerns to speak with police. 

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Detective Inspector Frank Travers, from the Major Investigations Team, said: “Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances and there will be a continued police presence in the area while our enquiries continue.

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A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident

“I would like to thank members of the public for their patience and assistance. This appears to have been an isolated incident and anyone with concerns is asked to get in touch with officers.

Officers were initially called to a report of a disturbance in the South Lanarkshire town

“If you have information that could help our investigation please contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2154 of March 31, 2021, or make a call anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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Forensic officers combing the scene for clues after the death

A 20-year-old man will appear in the dock at Hamilton Sheriff Court tomorrow charged with murder