High-visibility police patrols are being increased after an 82-year-old woman was bludgeoned to death with a rolling pin in her own home.

Mary Logie was found at around 8pm on Tuesday at her home in Green Gates, Leven, in Fife, after not arriving at a planned hospital visit to see a friend. Ms Logie had previously been seen alive around 8am that day.

STV News understands she suffered serious head injuries caused by the rolling pin and was pronounced dead at the scene by the Scottish Ambulance Service. Police are believed to have found the weapon at the house.

Detectives investigating the murder of Ms Logie confirmed on Monday that they are "pursuing various lines of inquiry".

A number of new calls have been received and Police Scotland's Major Investigation Team (MIT) are looking into the fresh information.

Chief inspector Adrian Annandale, local area commander for North East Fife, said: "I wish to thank the Leven community who have assisted police since the start of this investigation and shown tremendous support for the work that's being carried out.

"We have spoken with a number of people who have all been extremely forthcoming and willing to help in any way they can.

"I want to reassure the community that we are doing everything we can to identify whoever is responsible for Mary's death and are pursuing various lines of inquiry.

"Although such crimes are extremely rare for Leven, Mary's death has had a significant impact on the public and we are utilising all resources at our disposal to bring her killer to justice as quickly as possible.

"In the meantime, our inquiry is ongoing and we will continue to have high-visibility patrols within the Green Gates area for the time being.

"Again, I ask anyone who has information relevant to the murder inquiry to please contact police immediately on 101. Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

Local councillor Tom Adams, who is the chair of the Levenmouth Area Committee, said: "First and foremost, my thoughts are with the family of Mary Logie at this extremely difficult time.

"It's tragic and there is no doubt that this despicable crime has left local residents shocked and angry. But, as is often the case, the community has come together and is not only supporting one another but also the excellent work being carried out by the police.

"I'm confident this support will continue throughout the course of this investigation and I urge anyone who has information that might assist with this ongoing effort to contact police."