Family speaks of heartbreak over murder

The relatives of a 22-year-old murder victim have spoken of their heartbreak following his death.

Paul Jared Scott, from the Niddrie area of Edinburgh, was killed in Tranent, East Lothian, on Monday.

He died at an address in Toll House Gardens having been the victim of a serious assault.

Lothian and Borders Police released a statement yesterday on behalf of his family, which said: "Paul was adored by all his family and many friends, and we are all heartbroken. Our son, we will miss you forever."

Police were called to the address at about 4am on Monday where they found Mr Scott. He was treated by paramedics at the scene but died from his injuries.

A major incident team was established and an incident room was set up at Dalkeith police station.

Appealing for witnesses, Detective Chief Inspector Willie Guild, who is leading the investigation, said: "In particular, we are keen to talk to any taxi drivers who may have been called to the Tranent area in the early hours of Monday morning.

"Paul Scott was subjected to a vicious attack and we are asking for the public's assistance to identify the person responsible."