Murder investigation launched after man found dead in Cumbernauld property

A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Cumbernauld.

Around 9.20am on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, the body of John McMonigle was found within a property on Glenhove Road in the town.

He had sustained serious injuries, and following a post-mortem examination, his death is being treated as murder.

The 45-year-old’s family has released an image and asked for privacy, police said.

Officers are asking anyone who saw Mr McMonigle in the lead up to his death who has not already spoken to them to get in touch.

Detective Chief Inspector Laura Young, senior investigating officer from the Major Investigation Team, said: “Our thoughts are with Mr McMonigle’s family at what is an extremely difficult time for them.

“They are being supported by specially trained officers and have asked for their privacy to be respected.

“A dedicated team of officers is working to establish the full circumstances and they have already spoken to a number of people in the area. Door-to-door enquiries are continuing.

“We are asking anyone who saw Mr McMonigle in the lead up to his death who have not already spoken to officers to get in touch. Likewise, if you saw anything suspicious.

“We are also asking the public to check any private CCTV they might have and dash-cam footage to see if something has been captured that could assist with our investigation.

“We understand this incident will be concerning for the local community and officers remain in the area and anyone with concerns can approach them.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0766 of Wednesday, July 15, 2026, or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.