Man charged in connection with Hamilton street death

The murder and attempted murder took place in Hamilton's Burnbank Centre

A 56-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the death of a man and the attempted murder of another man in Hamilton.

William Copeland, 36, and a 59-year-old man were found with serious stabbing injuries within the Burnbank Centre area of the town about 15:50 on Monday.

The 56-year-old man is due at Hamilton Sheriff Court later and a report will be sent to the procurator fiscal.

Police said all road closures and restricted access to shops in the area had been lifted "although a strong police presence will remain in the area".

Det Ch Insp Susie Cairns said: "Our thoughts are with the families of those concerned as they try to come to terms with what has happened.

"We will continue to have an increased police presence in the area as we understand that this type of incident could be very upsetting and worrying for the people living in this community.

"Anyone with concerns is asked to speak to these officers.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Police Scotland.