Man due in court for Hamilton death
William Copeland died on Monday afternoon
A 56-year-old man's due to appear in court in connection with the death of William Copeland in Hamilton, and the attempted murder of a second man.
Police Mr Copeland, who was 36, and a 59-year-old man were found with serious injuries in the Burnbank Centre area of the town at around 3.50pm on Monday.
He died at the scene and the other man was taken to hospital by ambulance.
Police said that a 56-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the incident.
He is expected to appear in court in due course and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.
Detective Chief Inspector Susie Cairns, at Lanarkshire CID, said: "Our thoughts are with the families of those concerned as they try to come to terms with what has happened.
"We will continue to have an increased police presence in the area as we understand that this type of incident could be very upsetting and worrying for the people living in this community.
"Anyone with concerns is asked to speak to these officers."
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