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Police have launched a murder inquiry after the death of a 24-year-old man in Lanark.

Peter Kirkwood was seriously assaulted on the town's Mousebank Road at about 01:55 on Saturday.

Emergency services attended, but Mr Kirkwood was pronounced dead at the scene. A 22-year-old man was arrested and released pending further inquiries.

Police Scotland urged anyone who was in the area or may have .

Det Ch Insp Bob Williamson, of the Major Investigation Team, said: "Our thoughts are very much with Peter's family and friends at this difficult time.

"Extensive police enquiries are ongoing and we will have a continued police presence in the area.

"I would like to reassure the local community that everything is being done to trace the person responsible."