Arrest made in investigation into 'suspicious' death of man 

A man has been arrested following the “suspicious death” of a man in Wishaw.

Officers were called to Maxton Crescent around 2.10pm on December 5 following the death of 53-year-old James McMaster.

Police said after initial enquiries, they believe Mr McMaster was the victim of an assault and that investigations are continuing.

A 50-year-old man has been arrested in connection.

Enquiries are ongoing.

A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: “A 50-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death of James McMaster in Wishaw.

“Mr McMaster, 53, was found within a flat in Maxton Crescent, Wishaw, on Thursday, December 5, 2024.

“Enquiries are ongoing.”

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