Burned body found in Motherwell was a man

Image caption, Police remain at the scene in Motherwell

Police have confirmed that a burned body that was found near a football pitch in Motherwell was that of a man.

Officers were called to Margaret Drive in the North Lanarkshire town at about 09:00 on Saturday following the discovery.

His death is being treated as unexplained and enquiries are at an early stage to establish the full circumstances of his death

The force said officers remain in the area and inquiries are ongoing.