Arrest made after man dies and woman injured at block of flats in Ardrossan

Sky News

Updated 11 September 2024 at 6:34 am·1-min read

An arrest has been made following the death of a man at a block of flats in North Ayrshire.

Emergency crews were called to a report of a disturbance in the Montgomerie Street area of Ardrossan at around 8.25pm on Tuesday.

A 59-year-old man was pronounced dead in a flat.

Police Scotland said his family has been made aware.

A 24-year-old woman was also found injured outside the building and was taken to University Hospital Crosshouse in Kilmarnock for treatment.

Police have arrested a 40-year-old man in connection with the incident as inquiries continue.

A force spokesperson said: "A police presence remains in the area and anyone with any concerns or information can approach these officers."

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