Man who died from fatal injuries named as murder probe launched

A man who died from fatal injuries at a flat in Ayrshire has been named by police.

Mark Blackwood, 42, died on Saturday after being found with serious injuries in a flat in Glenmuir Place, Ayr.

He was pronounced dead at the scene after emergency services were called at around 8.10pm.

A post-mortem examination has taken place, and his death is now being treated as murder.

Detectives pledged to carry out “extensive inquiries” and deploy specialist resources to establish the full circumstances of the incident.

His family are aware and are being supported by officers.

Detective Inspector Steven Slater said: “Our thoughts are with Mark’s family and friends at this very difficult time.

“It is vital that we get answers for them and we are fully committed to this.

“An extensive investigation is ongoing and officers are following a number of lines of inquiry.

“Additional officers remain in the area, and I would encourage anyone who has concerns, or any information, to approach them.

“I continue to appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time and saw anything that could assist with our investigation to get in touch by contacting Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 3237 of July 5, 2025.”

A dedicated Major Incident Public Portal has been set up and information can be passed anonymously on the following link: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/SCOT25S29-PO1