Man charged in connection with death in Renfrew

A man who died after being found unresponsive in Renfrew has been named as 27-year-old Andrew Lees.

Officers were called to Newmains Road in the town around 2.30am on Sunday, 5 November, 2023. Emergency services attended and he was taken to hospital where he died a short time later.

A 26-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the death and is due to appear at Paisley Sheriff Court on Monday, 4 December.

Detective Inspector Nicky Beattie, of Paisley CID, said: “Our thoughts are very much with Andrew’s family and we are providing them with support at what is a very difficult time for them. They have asked for their privacy to be respected.”

Mr Lees family released a statement via Police Scotland. They said: “Andrew was a much loved son who will be sorely missed every day by all who knew him.”