A man who died following an alleged incident at a community centre this week has been named. 

William Copeland, 36, and a 59-year-old man were found with serious injuries within the Burnbank Centre area of Hamilton around 3.50pm on Monday. 

William died at the scene and the 59-year-old man was taken to hospital by ambulance. His condition is unknown. 

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(Image: Image of William Copeland from Police Scotland) We previously reported that a 56-year-old man has now been arrested and charged in connection with the William's death and the 'attempted murder' of the 59-year-old. 

The 56-year-old man is due at Hamilton Sheriff Court today and a report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.

All road closures and restricted access to shops in the area have been lifted from yesterday, but cops say a strong police presence will remain in the area.

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Detective Chief Inspector Susie Cairns at Lanarkshire CID said:   “Our thoughts are with the families of those concerned as they try to come to terms with what has happened.

"We will continue to have an increased police presence in the area as we understand that this type of incident could be very upsetting and worrying for the people living in this community. Anyone with concerns is asked to speak to these officers.”

Anyone with any information relating to the death or the 'attempted murder' should contact police via 101 and quote incident number 2095 of October 21, 2024.