Detectives investigating the death of a young man who did in suspicious circumstances are to question nightclub revellers.

The body of Robert Fleming, 21, was discovered by officers on Lammermuir Road, Kilmarnock, at around 2pm on Sunday.

Officers said Mr Fleming was involved in an altercation outside Baker's nightclub on John Finnie Street, Kilmarnock, between 12.30am and 1am, earlier that day.

Detectives will be on John Finnie Street between 11pm and 2am on Sunday, speaking to people on nights out and passing motorists in a bid to glean more information and identify any possible witnesses.

It is understood after the altercation Robert then made his way home to Lammermuir Road.

Around 2.05pm on Sunday police and emergency services were called to the property where he was found dead.
Detective Chief Inspector Allan Burton from Police Scotland’s Major Investigations Team said: “A young man has lost his life and it is of the utmost importance that we establish exactly what happened and get answers for Robert’s family.
“Officers have viewed the CCTV and it is critical we identify the people who were outside Bakers during this incident.

“To do this we need to speak to anyone who was at this location last Saturday night to assess if they have information that could assist with our investigation.

 “It is critical that we speak to absolutely everyone to ensure that we have the full picture of the circumstances so if you are planning to be out again this weekend, please come and speak to us or any officer who will be in the area.

“Anyone with any information or knowledge is asked to contact Kilmarnock Police Office on 101 or CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111 where details can be given anonymously.”