Police in Scotland have launched a murder investigation after an Irish woman was found dead in Lanarkshire.
Ann Coll, 61, originally from Gaoth Dobhair, Co Donegal, was found with serious injuries at a property on Newfield Place, Rutherglen, at around 12.45am on Friday.
She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Her death has been confirmed as suspicious following a post mortem and a murder investigation is ongoing, led by detectives from Police Scotland’s Major Investigation Team.
Detective Chief Inspector Lynsey Watters said: “Our thoughts are with Ann’s family and we are providing them with support at this very difficult time.
“Our investigation into her murder is ongoing and I would urge anyone who can help to get in touch as soon as you can.
“I would ask anyone who believes they may have seen or heard anything which may be suspicious around the area to get in touch with us.”
She added: “Extensive enquiries are ongoing in the area and officers continue to work door to door, along with other lines of investigation.
“There will be an additional police presence in the area as this work continues and I would urge anyone who has any concerns, or who believes they may have information to speak to our officers.”
Anyone with information can call 101, quoting reference 0110 of 22 December, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
