Family in tribute as man charged over murder

The family of a man who died after being found seriously injured in a Dalkeith street have paid tribute to a loving father.

John Lynch, 41, was found on Woodburn Road as police officers responded to an incident about 12:25pm Saturday. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Step-daughter Mercy Clapperton posted on Facebook: “Absolutely heartbroken for my family right now.”

A 45-year-old man has been charged with murder and is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court today.

ALYTH