Man arrested following death in Perth

Officers have arrested a 36-year-old man in the London area.

Author: Chloe ShawPublished 10th Jun 2021
Last updated 10th Jun 2021

Police officers have arrested a 36-year-old man in the London area, following the death of 55-year-old Ian Menzies.

His body was discovered after emergency services were called to a property on Scott Street, Perth, around 8.50pm on Monday, 7 June, 2021, following a report of a concern for a person.

55-year-old Ian Menzies was found dead in a property on Scott Street on Monday night.

Detective Inspector Gary Winter, Police Scotland's Major Investigation Team, said:

"There will be a continued police presence in Perth in the coming days and I would like to thank local residents for your patience meantime. "

"Anyone who believes they may have information relevant to the investigation is asked to email scdholmesdundee@scotland.pnn.police.uk or telephone using 101 quoting reference number 3859 of Monday, 7 June, 2021."

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