TRIBUTES have been paid to a Dad who was found dead in a Coatbridge flat on Sunday. 

The body of 51-year-old John Paul Duffy was discovered at a property on Coats Street.

Police confirmed yesterday that they had launched a murder investigation into his death. 

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A 46-year-old man has been arrested in connection with John Paul's death. 

John Paul was affectionately known as "Pope" by his friends and family.

One person said: "So sad R.I.P Pope. Had some good times way back. Thinking of both families. Fly high."

Another said: "I wish I would have came for that bottle with you. But like everything Brother, We think we have all the time in the world. I'm so sorry. R.I.P ,POPE. Goodbye brother, stay safe in god's arms."

Cops are treating the death as linked and a second body was found at a property on Calder Street on Tuesday. 

Detective Chief Inspector Graham Grant said: “The deaths are being treated as linked and officers are currently carrying out extensive enquiries into both incidents.

“I would ask the public for their patience as our investigation continues to establish the full circumstances. There is an increased police presence in the area and anyone with concerns should call us on 101 or speak to officers.

“We are keen to speak to anyone who may have seen or spoken to Mr Duffy in the days before his body was found, including anyone who may have visited his flat.

"We are also carrying out enquiries to establish places or persons Mr Duffy visited or frequented in the days before his death.”