A BARRY man has died following a disturbance at a house in Edinburgh.

Police Scotland confirmed that 32-year-old Ashley Hawkins died on Scotland Street at around 5.30am on Friday, December 2.

A 28-year-old man has been charged with murder in connection with his death.

He appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday, December 5.

In a statement released through Police Scotland, Mr Hawkins' family said: "Our beautiful boy Ashley, we can't believe that he is gone.

"He was a loving son, brother and uncle and our hearts are now in pieces.

“He was helpful to everyone and was loved in his hometown of Barry.

"He will never be forgotten."

Detective inspector Stuart Alexander of the major investigation team said: "This is a tragic incident and our thoughts are with Ashley’s family at this time.

"We are still conducting enquiries in connection with Ashley’s death.

"I would urge anyone with information which may be able to help, or who was in the Scotland Street area early on the morning of Friday, December 2, to come forward."

Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101 or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.