A police investigation has been launched following the murder of a man in Cumbernauld.

The Glasgow Times previously reported that a man had been found seriously injured after a disturbance at Larch Road close to the Abronhill Shopping Centre on Monday, February 14.

Although emergency services raced to assist, the man was pronounced dead a short time later.

A 15-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the death of the victim who has now been named as 27-year-old James Ross.

Glasgow Times: Pictured: James Ross was killed in Cumbernauld on MondayPictured: James Ross was killed in Cumbernauld on Monday

A murder investigation, led by Police Scotland’s Major Investigation Team, has begun following a post mortem investigation.

Detectives are appealing for any information the public may have in connection with the incident which took place at around 4:30 pm.

Detective Chief Inspector Kevin Houliston said: “Our thoughts are with James’s family and friends. We are providing his family with support at this difficult time.

“Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances which led to his death and we have a dedicated team investigating the incident.

“We know that area at Abronhill Shopping Centre was busy at the time of the incident which led to James’s death so I would urge anyone who was in the area around 4.30pm on Monday to come forward if you haven’t already spoken to one of our officers.

“I would also urge anyone with any other information at all which could help our enquiries to get in touch as soon as you can.

“Anyone with information can call 101, quoting reference 2347 of 14 February, 2022, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”