Family of murdered man tell of devastation at loss.

33 year old Richard Marshall died in a flat in Blantyre on Wednesday.

Richard Marshall
Author: Clyde NewsPublished 3rd Apr 2021

The family of a murder victim had said they are devastated at their loss.

Richard Marshall, 33, was killed in a flat in Camelon Crescent, Blantyre, South Lanarkshire, on Wednesday.

A 20-year-old man has been charged in connection with the death and was due to appear at Hamilton Sheriff Court on Saturday.

In a statement issued as police named the victim, Mr Marshall's family said: "We are completely devastated by the loss of Richard, who was a much-loved son, brother, uncle and good friend.

"He will be cherished in our hearts forever.''

Detective Inspector Frank Travers, from Police Scotland's Major Investigations Team, said: "Our thoughts are with Richard's family at this very difficult time and we are providing them with support.

"We continue to appeal for witnesses and information.

"Anyone who has not already spoken to officers and who can help our investigation is asked to please contact us on 101, quoting incident number 2154 of March 31, or make a call anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.''

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