Footpath: The victim was found by a passing motorist Pic: © STV
Police have launched a murder inquiry after a 27-year-old man died as a result of a 'violent attack'.
Scott Margery, of Ardrossan, North Ayrshire, was found seriously injured by a passing motorist on a footbath in Fullarton Place, Stevenston.
He was taken to Crosshouse Hospital, Kilmarnock where he later died.
Police have launched a murder inquiry and are carrying out extensive enquiries in the local area to establish the full circumstances surrounding his death.
Detective Inspector Craig McArthur is leading the investigation and is appealing for anyone who knows anything about the incident to come forward to police.
Speaking this morning from Saltcoats CID, he said: "Mr Margery has been the victim of a violent attack; an attack which has resulted in this young man losing his life.
"It is vital that we trace the person or people who were responsible."
Anyone with information is asked to contact Saltcoats Police Office on 01294 404546, or call anonymously to CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111.
