Police investigating murder in Largs following positive line of enquiry
Police investigating the murder of Alan Lawson who was attacked at a property in Largs, North Ayrshire over the weekend have said they are following a positive line of enquiry.
Last updated 8th Feb 2024
Lawson, 36, died in hospital on Tuesday after being assaulted at a property on Alexander Avenue over the weekend of Saturday February 3.
Police believe Lawson, from Saltcoats, to be the victim of a "targeted attack" and are treating the death as murder following a post-mortem examination.
It is being reported that footage and images of the attack are being circulated online via social media platform Snapchat.
Police say they are aware of social media content reportedly connected to the investigation and have created an online portal in an appeal for information.
Detective Chief Inspector Ally Semple, of the Major Investigation Team, said: "Officers continue to support Alan's family at this difficult time. They've requested their privacy be respected as they try to come to terms with what has happened.
"We're following a positive line of inquiry and are aware of social media content reportedly connected to the investigation.
"I'd like to thank everyone who has provided us with information so far but we still need the public's help to establish exactly what happened to Alan.
"Any information you have, no matter how insignificant you think it might be, could be crucial to the investigation.
"I urge anyone who was in the Alexander Avenue area of Largs or around New England Road, Saltcoats, over the weekend and may have seen something suspicious to get in touch.
"Anyone in those areas with dashcam or private CCTV footage which could help should contact police immediately."
The online portal can be used to send information, pictures or videos directly to the investigation team.
Anyone with information can also call Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference 3304 of February 4, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where anonymity can be maintained.