Police are treating the death of a man whose body was discovered on a road in Perthshire as murder.
Emergency services were called to the Dunning to Kinross road at around 7am on Friday after a 29-year-old man was found dead.
He has now been confirmed by police as Stephen Speedie from Perth.
Officers initially arrested a 40-year-old woman and two men, aged 36 and 42, in connection with the incident.
Both men are due to appear at Perth Sheriff Court on Monday. The woman was released pending further enquiries.
Police Scotland said on Monday the death is being treated as murder following a post-mortem examination.
A GoFundMe page was set up by Mr Speedie’s family to help with funeral costs.
A tribute reads: “Our son Stephen Speedie sadly passed away suddenly on Friday, June 13.
“The funds will be used for funeral costs and to give him the best send off and would help us massively.
“Stephen sadly leaves behind his beautiful two-year-old daughter, who he adored dearly.”
A Facebook group was set up in his memory, with one person writing: “Stephen I can’t believe you’re gone brother. We had the best times and great memories that will always stay with me.
“You were the life and soul of the parties and a great friend that I’m truly going to miss.”
Police say extensive enquiries are ongoing.
Detective chief inspector Carron McKellar said: “Our thoughts are with Stephen’s family and friends at what is an extremely difficult time.
“Officers are offering support and keeping them updated with the progress of our investigation.
“I understand this incident will be concerning for the local community however I’d like to reassure them, we believe this was an isolated incident and there is no wider risk to the public.
“Additional officers remain in the area and anyone with concerns or information can approach them or call 101.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 0592 of June 13, 2025.
Alternatively, information can be given anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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