'Human remains' found on construction site in Paisley as cops lock down scene
A construction site in Paisley has been sealed off after suspected human remains were discovered.
Police were called to Orchard Street around 12.40pm on Tuesday, July 29, after reports of the discovery. It is understood that police have remained at the scene overnight.
Police say that enquiries are ongoing.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Around 12.40pm on Tuesday, 29 July, 2025, we were called to a report of possible human remains having been found at a construction site in the Orchard Street area of Paisley. "Enquiries are ongoing.'
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