Teenager charged in connection with murder of man in Camelon

A 17-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the murder of a man in Camelon.

Officers and emergency services were called to the Burnside Court area at around 7.20am on Thursday 27th June where two men were found injured.

A 40-year-old man, now named as James Baillie, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene while a second man, aged 53, was taken to the Forth Valley Royal Hospital with serious injuries.

In a statement released through Police Scotland, his fiancée said: “'James was my fiancé and we intended to marry this year.

"He was the love of my life and I miss him so much, as will his friends and family.

"I'm very grateful for all the kind words and messages of sympathy I have received but would now ask for privacy to come to terms with our terrible loss.”

Detectives from Police Scotland’s Major Investigation Team launched a murder inquiry which saw the teenager arrested in the London area on Tuesday 16th July. He is expected to appear before Falkirk Sheriff Court on Wednesday 17th July.

Detective Inspector Kevin Houliston from the Major Investigation Team said: “Our deepest sympathies remain with Mr Baillie’s family and friends at this difficult time.

“Our inquiries have been ongoing since the incident which has now resulted in the 17-year-old being charged in connection with the murder of Mr Baillie.

“I would like to thank the local community and members of the wider public for their assistance and support whilst our inquiries were ongoing."