A man has died in hospital after being seriously assaulted in Paisley.
Emergency services were alerted to the incident that happened on Greenock Road at around 2.35am on Thursday.
A 39-year-old man was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow, where he later died.
Officers said his family has been informed.
A 40-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death and enquiries are ongoing.
Greenock Road is closed between Mossvale Lane and Albion Street.
Police Scotland is urging the public to avoid the area where possible.
Detective inspector Gordon Smith said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who died at what is an extremely difficult time.
“Officers are offering support and keeping them updated with the progress of our investigation.
“Additional officers remain in the area and anyone with concerns or information can approach them or call 101.
“Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 0341 of July 3, 2025.
“Alternatively, information can be given anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
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