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07 Sept 2025

Man arrested in murder inquiry following death in Kilwinning

Man arrested in murder inquiry following death in Kilwinning

A 26-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death of a man in North Ayrshire.

John Taylor, 44, was found with serious injuries outside his home in Pollock Crescent on Friday at around 1.55pm, Police Scotland said.

A number of people tried to help Mr Taylor, but he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police Scotland launched a murder investigation and said in a statement on Tuesday: “A 26-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death of John Taylor in Kilwinning.

“Mr Taylor was found with serious injuries on Pollock Crescent around 1.55pm on October 18. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

“Inquiries are ongoing.”

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