A MAN was arrested in Kilwinning after a fatal shooting in the Three Towns.

A 42-year-old man, named as Paul Cairns, was shot dead in his home in Nithsdale Road, Ardrossan after a man burst in before making their escape.

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He was found seriously injured before passing away a short time later.

Police later detained a 42-year-old man in Dirrans Terrace in connection with the incident.

Chief Inspector Brian Shaw, said: “Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Paul Cairns at this very difficult time and they ask to be left alone to come to terms with what has happened.

“It would appear to have been a targeted attack and I would like to reassure the community that we do not believe that there is an ongoing to risk to the public. Additional officers have been deployed to the area and high visibility patrols will continue to provide further reassurance in the community.

“Enquiries into the circumstances surrounding this death are ongoing and we are keen to talk to anyone who may have information that would help our investigation or who may have seen anything before or after the incident.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting incident number 2316 of Sunday, 24 May, 2020, or call the charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”