RESIDENTS on a quiet Rutherglen street were left shocked and scared by a murder just days before Christmas.
Ann Coll, 61, was pronounced dead at the home on Newfield Place in the early hours of Friday morning.
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Detectives have launched a hunt for her killer after a post-mortem confirmed the death as suspicious.
Part of the street is still taped off and officers remain at the scene as cops probe Ann’s murder.
But neighbouring residents have told how the horrific crime has left them shaken and worried about crime in the area.
One resident told The Scottish Sun: “I was just so shocked when I heard what happened. We saw all the police cars on the street and then we heard someone had died.
“We used to see her walking her dog, she never bothered anyone.
“It’s quite scary what happened, but you just feel so bad for her poor family with this happening so close to Christmas.”
Others told how the death has made them fear for their and relatives’ safety in the town.
Another said: “She was quite quiet and kept to herself.
“We grew up around here and something like this happening is really worrying.
“I’m worried for family now when they leave the house early in the morning to start their day and it’s still dark outside.”
One resident added: “It’s just so sad, I couldn’t believe it when I heard.
“It makes you feel things are getting worse. I have a daughter and now I’m scared for her when she leaves the house.”
Officers have been going door to door interviewing neighbours as they probe the killing.
Major crime detectives were drafted in to investigate Ann’s murder, with senior members of the force urging people to come forward.
Detective Chief Inspector Lynsey Watters said: “Our thoughts are with Ann’s family and we are providing them with support at this very difficult time.
“Our investigation into her murder is ongoing and I would urge anyone who can help to get in touch as soon as you can.
“I would ask anyone who believes they may have seen or heard anything which may be suspicious around the area to get in touch with us.”
She added: “Extensive enquiries are ongoing in the area and officers continue to work door to door, along with other lines of investigation.
“There will be an additional police presence in the area as this work continues and I would urge anyone who has any concerns, or who believes they may have information to speak to our officers.”
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Anyone with information can call 101, quoting reference 0110 of 22 December, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
An online portal has been set up to allow members of the public to send information directly to the police. This can be accessed here.
