Police to revisit scene of Kirkcaldy murder in bid to unearth new evidence.

Police to speak to residents, pedestrians and drivers as part of investigation into death of man, 45

Police are to revisit a Kirkcaldy murder scene this weekend as they continue to investigate the death of a local man.

The body of 45-year-old Kevin Byrne, who was also known locally as Kevin Forrester, was found at his home in Alison Street on Tuesday February 5.

Following a post mortem examination, his death is being treated as murder.

Police Scotland’s major investigation team will return to Alison Street tomorrow to speak to residents and other members of the public in the area.

Between 3.30pm and 6.30pm, officers will be stopping pedestrians and motorists as the hunt for those responsible continues.

Officers will be asking them if they remember seeing any suspicious activity in Alison Street during the same time period two weekends ago.

This is believed to have been the last time Mr Byrne, who used crutches after having his left leg amputated, was seen alive. His body was discovered by a worried friend who broke into his home through a front window.

Emergency services were called but Mr Byrne, who was believed to have lived alone, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Now officers will return to the streets around Mr Byrne’s bungalow to try to jog the public’s memories as the probe into his death continues.

Detective Inspector Carol Craig said: “We are committed to providing Kevin’s family with the answers they deserve in relation to his death and as part of our ongoing inquiries we are revisiting Alison Street on Sunday to try to get vital information from the local community.

“Our officers will be engaging with those who live in the area, as well as those passing through, to establish if anyone saw or heard anything that might be of interest or significance to this investigation.

“Prior to our revisit, however, if anyone believes they have information that can help bring those responsible for Kevin’s murder to justice, then please contact police immediately.”

Anyone with any information can contact the major investigation team by calling 101 and quoting incident number 915 of February 5.

Alternatively, an anonymous report can be made to the charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.

We are committed to providing Kevin’s family with the answers they deserve in relation to his death. CAROL CRAIG, POLICE SCOTLAND