A murder inquiry has been launched after a man was found dead in his Renfrewshire home.

Steven Quail, 42, was found dead within his home in Johnstone at approximately 10.45pm on Saturday, February 25. 

Police said he had suffered "significant injuries" and said his death was being treated as murder following a post mortem examination. 

Relatives are aware and a report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.

Police treating death of man found in Renfrewshire house as 'suspicious'

Detective Inspector Mark Henderson of Police Scotland’s Major Investigation Team is leading the murder inquiry, he said:

“Mr Quail was found with significant injuries and as such extensive police enquiries are ongoing to establish how he came about these injuries and trace the person or persons responsible.

“We believe that there was a disturbance at the house around 0050 hrs on Saturday 25 February when a person or persons came to the door and I appeal to anyone who may have heard anything at this time or anyone who saw anyone hanging around Greenend Avenue to contact police immediately.

Police treating death of man found in Renfrewshire house as 'suspicious'

“I understand that crimes of this nature can cause concern in the local community and I would like to reassure local residents that additional officers will be on patrol in the area and anyone with any concerns or information can speak to these officers.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact the enquiry team, who are based at Helen Street Police Office in Govan, via telephone 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where anonymity can be maintained.