Murder probe after man found dead in Inverness

Police have launched a murder inquiry following the death of a 36-year-old man in Inverness.

Ross MacGillivray was found dead after emergency services were called to a house in St Ninian Drive, Dalneigh, at about 00:10 on Sunday.

In a statement his family said he was a loving husband and father, adding: "We love you to the Moon, the stars, Jupiter and Mars."

Police Scotland said it was trying to trace two men.

Police were called to Inverness' Dalneigh area on Sunday

The men were seen entering the house at about 22:20 on Saturday and leaving shortly after midnight on Sunday.

They were believed to have last been seen in the St Valery Avenue area at about 00.20. Police said a woman was also seen with the men.

One of the men was described as black, about 6ft tall, of slim build, with short, black hair and stubble around his mouth.

He was wearing a blue puffer jacket, black tracksuit bottoms and white trainers, which were described as chunky.

The second man was described as white, about 5ft 8in tall, of slim build, with brown hair, which was shaved at the sides and longer on top.

He was wearing a black waterproof jacket, grey and black trousers and black trainers.

Det Insp Richard Baird, from Police Scotland's Major Investigation Team, said: "Our thoughts are with Ross' family and friends at this very difficult time, and we will continue to support them as our inquiries continue.

"It's imperative we find out exactly what happened to Ross, and I'm appealing to the public for help."

He added: "I would urge anyone who was in the area at the time and saw anything they believe may assist our investigation to get in touch.

"I want to reassure people there will be an increased police presence in the local area while we carry out extensive inquiries. Anyone with information or concerns can also speak to these officers."