A community is worried for their safety after a woman was found dead days before Christmas.
Ann Coll, 61, was found with serious injuries inside a property on Newfield Place in Rutherglen at around 12.45am on Friday, December 22.
She was pronounced dead at the scene and officers revealed they are treating the incident as murder.
As CID carry out enquiries in the area, residents have shared their concerns after the 'shocking' incident.
One told The Scottish Sun: "I was just so shocked when I heard what happened. We saw all the police cars on the street and then we heard someone had died.
"We used to see her walking her dog, she never bothered anyone.
"It's quite scary what happened, but you just feel so bad for her poor family with this happening so close to Christmas."
Others have said they now fear for their safety and of their families.
A resident revealed: "She was quite quiet and kept to herself.
"We grew up around here and something like this happening is really worrying.
"I'm worried for family now when they leave the house early in the morning to start their day and it's still dark outside."
One resident added: "It's just so sad, I couldn't believe it when I heard.
"It makes you feel things are getting worse. I have a daughter and now I'm scared for her when she leaves the house."
Officers are continuing to investigate the murder in the area and are urging anyone who may have information that could help to get in touch.
Detective Chief Inspector Lynsey Watters said: “Our thoughts are with Ann’s family and we are providing them with support at this very difficult time.
“Our investigation into her murder is ongoing and I would urge anyone who can help to get in touch as soon as you can.
“I would ask anyone who believes they may have seen or heard anything which may be suspicious around the area to get in touch with us.”
She added: “Extensive enquiries are ongoing in the area and officers continue to work door to door, along with other lines of investigation.
“There will be an additional police presence in the area as this work continues and I would urge anyone who has any concerns, or who believes they may have information to speak to our officers.”
Anyone with information can call 101, quoting reference 0110 of December 22, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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