POLICE have launched a murder inquiry into the death of a man at his home in Johnstone.

42-year-old Steven Quail's remains were found by officers who were called to the property at Greenend Avenue on Saturday at 10.45am.

Detectives launched a murder inquiry after post-mortem examinations.

It is believed he suffered “significant injuries” during the incident at the house just after midnight.

Detective Inspector Mark Henderson of Police Scotland’s Major Investigation Team is leading the murder inquiry.

He said: “Mr Quail was found with significant injuries and as such extensive police enquiries are ongoing to establish how he came about these injuries and trace the person or persons responsible.

“We believe that there was a disturbance at the house around 12.50am on Saturday, February 25 when a person or persons came to the door and I appeal to anyone who may have heard anything at this time or anyone who saw anyone hanging around Greenend Avenue to contact police immediately.

“I understand that crimes of this nature can cause concern in the local community and I would like to reassure local residents that additional officers will be on patrol in the area and anyone with any concerns or information can speak to these officers.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact the enquiry team, who are based at Helen Street Police Office in Govan, via telephone 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where anonymity can be maintained.