Teenager charged after man's body found near church in East Kilbride

Frank Sinclair, 61, was found dead near Riverton Drive at around 8.40pm on Saturday

Published 22nd Jan 2019
Last updated 22nd Jan 2019

A teenager has been arrested in connection with the death of a man whose body was discovered near a church. Frank Sinclair, 61, was found dead near Riverton Drive in East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire, at around 8.40pm on Saturday.

Police said a 16-year-old boy has been arrested and charged in connection with his death.

He is expected to appear at Hamilton Sheriff Court on Tuesday.

Mr Sinclair's body was found near Westwood Baptist Church, which cancelled services on Sunday.

His death was initially treated as unexplained as police investigations were carried out.