Man charged in connection with 'suspicious' death after being released

Austin Ironside was discovered seriously injured on Skene Street around 3pm on August 3.

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A man, who was previously released after being arrested in connection with a suspicious death in Aberdeen, has now been charged.

Austin Ironside was discovered seriously injured on Skene Street around 3pm on August 3.

The 25-year-old was taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, where he died days later.

Police Scotland said the death is being treated as suspicious following a post-mortem examination.

On Monday, officers confirmed a 46-year-old man was arrested in connection with the death and then released from custody.

However, on Wednesday, officers said the man had been re-arrested and charged in connection with the death.

He is due to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Thursday.

Police say enquiries remain ongoing and officers are following a positive line of enquiry.

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