Murder investigation launched in Coatbridge

Detectives have launched a murder investigation after the body of a 51-year-old man was found at a property in Coatbridge.

Officers attended High Coats Flats in Coates Street in the town following call on Sunday.

The body of John Paul Duffy was found in the property and following a post mortem his death is being treated as murder. A 46-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death.

As part of their ongoing investigation officers also attended at a property nearby in Calder Street around 5.35pm on Tuesday, 12 April, and the body of a woman was found.

This death is currently being treated as unexplained and formal identification has yet to take place.

Detective Chief Inspector Graham Grant said: “The deaths are being treated as linked and officers are currently carrying out extensive enquiries into both incidents.

“I would ask the public for their patience as our investigation continues to establish the full circumstances. There is an increased police presence in the area and anyone with concerns should call us on 101 or speak to officers.

“We are keen to speak to anyone who may have seen or spoken to Mr Duffy in the days before his body was found, including anyone who may have visited his flat. We are also carrying out enquiries to establish places or persons Mr Duffy visited or frequented in the days before his death.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2360 of Sunday, 10 April, 2022, or make a call anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.