Forensic tent erected in Scottish street after massive police response to major incident

Ten police vehicles and dozens of officers have been witnessed at the scene

A forensic tent was erected in a Paisley street amid a heavy police presence in the area after a 21-year-old man was found seriously injured and died at the scene.

Police Scotland said officers were called to Maree Road and Lochbroom Drive in Paisley about 4.15pm on Saturday. Witnesses also reported seeing ambulances arriving in the Foxbar area just before 7pm.

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Police said the death of a 21-year-old man found at the scene was being treated as unexplained and his next of kin are aware.

A 19-year-old man has been arrested in connection with assault. Enquiries are ongoing.

Detective Inspector Euan McMillan said: "Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of this incident. However, there is no threat to the wider public.

"Officers will remain in the area as enquiries are carried out and anyone with any concerns, can approach them."

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Emergency services were seen in Garry Drive, Maree Road, Lochbroom Drive and Lochard Drive. A cordon was erected as police taped off a section of Garry Maree Road and Lochard Drive, blocking access to the public.

At least ten police vehicles and dozens of officers were witnessed in attendance.

Video posted on social media appeared to show fireworks being thrown in the area earlier on Saturday.

The Scottish Ambulance Service was contacted for comment.

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