Man who died following 'incident' at community centre named

A MAN who died following an alleged incident at a community centre this week has been named. 

William Copeland, 36, and a 59-year-old man were found with serious injuries within the Burnbank Centre area of Hamilton around 3.50pm on Monday. 

Mr Copeland died at the scene and the 59-year-old man was taken to hospital by ambulance. His condition is unknown.

(Image: Image of William Copeland from Police Scotland) A 56-year-old man has now been arrested and charged in connection with the William's death and the "attempted murder" of the 59-year-old.  The 56-year-old man is due at Hamilton Sheriff Court today and a report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal. All road closures and restricted access to shops in the area have been lifted from yesterday, but cops say a strong police presence will remain in the area.

Detective Chief Inspector Susie Cairns at Lanarkshire CID said:   “Our thoughts are with the families of those concerned as they try to come to terms with what has happened.