Paisley teenager in court charged with man's murder

20 January 2025, 13:07 | Updated: 20 January 2025, 19:53

A teenager has appeared in court charged with the murder of a young man in Renfrewshire.

Emergency crews were called to the Maree Road and Lochbroom Drive area of Paisley following a report of a disturbance at about 4.15pm on Saturday.

Robert McNally, 21, was found seriously injured and pronounced dead at the scene.

Jaxon Millar, 19, was arrested and charged in connection with Mr McNally's death.

Millar appeared before Paisley Sheriff Court on Monday, where he made no plea to the single murder charge.

The accused, of Paisley, was remanded in custody and is due back in the dock within the next eight days.

Police Scotland said a report will be submitted to the procurator fiscal.

Detective Inspector Euan McMillan said: "My thoughts remain with the deceased's family and friends, and we continue to offer them support at this time.

"There is no risk to the wider public, however, we will continue to have a police presence in the area and anyone with any concerns can approach these officers."

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Inspector McMillan said "enquiries continue" to establish the full circumstances of the alleged incident.

He added: "I would appeal to anyone who has any video footage around the time, including from phones, CCTV or dashcams, to please contact police.

"In addition, any witnesses or anyone who has any additional information which may assist, we ask that you come forward."

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