Family lead tributes following death of 'much loved' Scots dad in Arbroath

Tributes have been paid to the murdered father-of-four Frankie Melvin.

Mr Melvin, 34, died in the Spitalfield Place area of Arbroath following an incident on Wednesday night.

His family have led heartfelt tributes to a 'much loved son, father, brother, partner and uncle'.

Mr Melvin, a former pupil at Menzieshill High School, in Dundee, had four young sons. (Facebook)

In statement released through Police Scotland they said: “Frankie was a much loved son, father, brother, partner and uncle. His loss will be sorely felt by many.

“We would ask that we are given privacy to come to terms with his loss at this time.”

Officers have confirmed a 41-year-old will appear at Dundee Sheriff Court today in connection with Mr Melvin's death.

Police raced to Newbigging Drive after the alarm was raised on Wednesday night (Wallace Ferrier)

Detective Inspector Allan Thomson said: “Our thoughts are with the family of Mr Melvin at this difficult time.

“There will continue to be a visible Police presence in the area as we carry out our enquiries and I would like to thank the community in Arbroath for their patience and support. 

“We are urging anyone with information to contact Police Scotland through 101. Please do no post any comments on social media which could prejudice any future criminal proceedings.”