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Alison Rennie

Erskine man who died in New Year's Day incident is named

The man who died in an incident on New Year's Day has been named as Darren Russell.

The 21-year-old was from Erskine.

Officers were called to reports of a man being assaulted at 12.55pm on Friday afternoon.

Darren sadly died at the scene.

The Paisley Daily Express understands a post mortem was due to take place on Saturday.

His family has asked for privacy at this time.

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A 27-year-old woman has been charged in connection with Darren's death.

An 18-year-old man has been charged with assault while a 21-year-old man has been released without charge.

A Police Scotland spokesperson confirmed two people had been charged.

They added: “The woman and man are expected to appear at Paisley Sheriff Court on Tuesday, January 5.

“There will be a police presence in the local area and enquiries are continuing.”

Anyone with information which may help police with the investigation can contact the non-emergency 101 number.

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