Death of Paisley man treated as murder by police

Police have confirmed they are investigating the murder in Paisley. 46 year-old Stephen Wallace was found on Sunday morning in Williamsburgh Court in Lacy Street. His relatives are aware.

Detectives were called to the flat around 10.50am on Sunday morning.

Detective Chief Inspector Maxine Martin from Police Scotland’s Major Investigation Team (West) said: “Stephen was found with injuries consistent with a violent attack and extensive enquiries are ongoing to establish exactly what happened to him and who is responsible.

"The response from the local community has been extremely positive and this is assisting us to piece together Stephen's movements over the past few weeks.

“I would appeal to anyone who knows Stephen, if you have seen or spoken to him recently, to please contact Police. I’m also keen to speak to anyone who may have heard any disturbances or noticed anyone acting suspiciously in the area around Williamsburgh Court to please get in touch. Your information could prove vital in helping us to establish exactly what happened to Stephen and identify the person or persons responsible for his death."

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland’s Major Investigation Team (West) via telephone number 101, quoting incident number 1455 of Sunday 4 March 2018.”

Alternatively you can call CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111 where details can be given in confidence.