Male charged in connection with murder of Aaron McPherson

A 17-year-old male has been charged in connection with the murder of Aaron McPherson.

He is due to appear at Falkirk Sheriff Court on Friday, 21 June.

This follows a collision involving an E-bike and a car on Portal Road, Grangemouth around 11.45pm on Thursday, 30 May, 2024.

17-year-old male

Aaron McPherson, the 17-year-old rider of the e-bike, was taken to hospital where he died on Saturday, 15 June.

An 18-year-old man was also arrested in connection with the incident and has been released pending further enquiry.

Detective Chief Inspector David MacGregor said: "Our thoughts remain with Aaron's family and friends. Officers are offering support and keeping them updated as our investigation continues.

"I'd like to thank members of the public who have already come forward and would ask anyone else with information, who has not already spoken to police, to please do so."

Anyone with any information should call Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 4450 of Thursday, 30 May.

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