Ardrossan shooting: Second arrest over death of Paul Cairns

A second man has been charged by police investigating the death of Paul Cairns in North Ayrshire.

The 50-year-old was arrested after Mr Cairns, 42, died in a shooting at a house in Ardrossan on Sunday.

He is due to appear at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court on Thursday. A 42-year-old man has already been charged and appeared in court.

Officers made a renewed appeal for information about the shooting in Nithsdale Road.

Ch Insp 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."

He added: "Inquiries 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."