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Detectives name man who died after street incident

Police Scotland A selfie of Jamie Lucas smiling at the camera. He has a tanned complexion and short blonde hair combed in a side shed. He appears to be sitting in a car. Police Scotland
The 33-year-old man who died has been named as Jamie Lucas

A 33-year-old man who died following an incident on a North Lanarkshire street has been named as Jamie Lucas.

Detectives made an arrest after Mr Lucas was found injured on Stirling Street, Airdrie, at about 02:45.

He was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow but was pronounced dead a short time later.

Police Scotland said a 21-year-old man had been arrested in connection with the death and inquiries were ongoing.

Airdrie street crime scene

Det Ch Insp Jamie Campbell said: "Our thoughts remain with Jamie's family and friends at this very difficult time.

"I am aware that this incident will be of concern to the local community in Airdrie but I would like to reassure the public that additional patrols are in the area as part of this ongoing investigation and there is no threat to the wider community."

The officer urged anyone with concerns to speak to officers and appealed to anyone with information to come forward.