Police are investigating after a man died following a serious assault in Paisley in the early hours of Thursday morning.

Emergency services were called to Greenock Road at around 2.35am, where a 39-year-old man had been badly injured. He was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow but sadly died a short time later.

His family has been informed.

A 40-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident, and police enquiries are ongoing.

Detective Inspector Gordon Smith said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who died at what is an extremely difficult time.
“Officers are offering support and keeping them updated with the progress of our investigation.
“Additional officers remain in the area, and anyone with concerns or information can approach them or call 101.”
Police Scotland added: “Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 0341 of 3 July, 2025. Alternatively, information can be given anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
Ricky Kelly

By Ricky Kelly

Main writer for Renfrewshire News

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