A 26-YEAR-OLD man has been arrested and charged with murder following the death of a 22-year-old woman in Peebles. 

The incident happened around 11.20am on Sunday, August 6, when the 22-year-old sustained fatal injuries at an address in the Cuddyside area of the town.

She was taken to the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary for treatment, but passed away at around 7pm on Sunday evening.

The man was detained at a car park near to the Tesco supermarket in Peebles.

He has also been charged with two further assaults and a breach of the peace. He will appear at Selkirk Sheriff Court on Monday, August 7. 

Police are keen to speak to anyone who was in the Cuddyside area of Peebles on Sunday, August 6, and are urging anyone with information to come forward.

Detective Inspector Paul Batten of Galashiels CID said: “This is a tragic incident which has ended in the loss of a young life. 

“Our thoughts and condolences are with the young woman's family and they currently being supported by specially trained officers. 

“We are keen to speak to anyone with information that can assist our enquiries. I would ask anyone who was in the vicinity of Cuddyside in Peebles on the morning of Sunday, August 6, and saw anything that will aid our investigation to get in touch with us as soon as possible.”

Those with information can contact officers at Galashiels CID on 101, quoting incident number 1871 of August 6, or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.