Police name man who died following disturbance in garden

A man who died following a disturbance in a garden in Midlothian has been named by police.

Roderick (Roddy) Georgeson was pronounced dead at the scene following the incident on Lingerwood Road, Newtongrange.

Police had been called to a property at the address on Saturday at around 8.50pm following reports of a disturbance.

A 48-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the death.

He is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday, August 16.

Around 8.50pm on Saturday, 14 August, 2021, police received a report of a disturbance in a garden at Lingerwood Road, Newtongrange.

A 41-year-old man died at the scene. He can be named as Roderick (Roddy) Georgeson.
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Mr Georgeson’s family said: “Roddy was a much loved son, who was kind, bright and a friend to all who met him.”

Police are appealing for information following the incident.

Detective Inspector Frank Travers said: “We are appealing for information regarding this incident.

“In particular, I would ask motorists with dash cam devices, who were in the area during Saturday evening, to check their footage for any information which could assist the investigation.

“I would also like to take this opportunity to thank members of the public for their support and co-operation as we continue our enquiries.”