Woman arrested after death of man in Galashiels

A man has died in hospital after being injured in a house in Galashiels.

Police said they were "made aware" that Brian Kowbel had been injured in a property in Chris Paterson Place at about 18:00 on Friday.

The 40-year-old died in Borders General Hospital in Melrose a short time later.

A 37-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the incident and is expected to appear in Selkirk Sheriff Court on Monday.

Det Ch Insp Bob Campbell said: "This incident occurred within the property and officers are not looking for anyone else in connection with our inquiries.

"There was no risk to the wider community and local people may continue to see a police presence in the area in the coming days as part of our investigation."