A man has appeared in court charged with murder in Aberdeen .
Alan Geddes's body was discovered when police were called to an incident in Ruthrieston Crescent at around 5.35am on Saturday.
Stuart Quinn, 33, was charged in connection with his death and appeared at Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Monday.
He made no plea and was remanded in custody.
The family of 56-year-old Mr Geddes, who was from the city, earlier released a statement through Police Scotland.
It said: "We are heartbroken to share the news that Alan was tragically taken from us on December 7.
"Alan was a devoted dad, brother, uncle and friend.
"He will be remembered for his selfless loving nature and will be sorely missed by all."
Detective Inspector Carron McKellar said: “My thoughts are with the family and friends of Alan at this extremely difficult time.
“Our enquiries continue and I would urge anyone who believes they may have information relevant to our investigation to call us on 101, quoting reference number 0951 of 7 December 2019.”
A report over his death is to be submitted to the procurator fiscal and Quinn is due to appear in court again within eight days.
