Arrest made in connection with death of man found in street

Austin Ironside died in hospital

An arrest has been made in connection with the death of 25-year-old man who was found injured on a street in Aberdeen.

Austin Ironside was taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary after emergency services were called to Skene Street last Sunday.

He died last Tuesday.

Police Scotland said a 46-year-old man had now been arrested in connection with his death.

Police were called to Skene Street

A statement said: "The investigation remains ongoing and officers continue to follow positive lines of inquiry."

Mr Ironside's family earlier paid tribute to him, saying he would have done anything to help others and "his infectious laugh brought light into the lives of everyone who knew him".

They added: "Austin was popular, with friends across the city.

"We are all devastated by what has happened and would like privacy at this terrible time."