Two in court charged with murder of Falkirk man
Two men have appeared in court charged with murdering a man found dead in Falkirk at the weekend.
Two men have appeared in court charged with murdering a man found dead in Falkirk at the weekend.
The body of 27-year-old Russell Robertson was found near to Grahams Road in Falkirk in the early hours of Sunday.
Mark Munro, 30, and James Robertson, 26, have appeared in private at Falkirk Sheriff Court in connection with the death.
Munro, of Denny, and Robertson, from Falkirk, were both charged with murder and remanded in custody.
They made no plea no declaration and the case was continued for further examination, the Crown Office confirmed.
In a statement released earlier, Mr Robertson's family said: "We are totally devastated at the loss of Russell. He was a much loved son, brother, nephew and uncle."
Police Scotland said officers are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Detective Inspector Alec Cameron said: ''Our sincere condolences are with Russell's family and friends at this sad time.
''I want to thank the local community for their support and reassure people that we'll use all resources at our disposal to ensure a thorough investigation into Russell's death.
''We're urging anyone who may be able to assist with our inquiries, particularly anyone in the Grahams Road area shortly before 3.30am on Sunday morning, to get in touch as soon as possible.''