Family pay tribute to 'popular' Aberdeen man as cops probe 'suspicious' death
The family of a man who died after being found injured in a flat in Aberdeen have paid tribute to their "popular" son.
Austin Ironside, 25, was found injured at a property on Skene Street in the Granite City at around 3pm on Sunday, August 3. He was rushed to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, where he died two days later.
Following the results of a post-mortem examination, police have confirmed they are treating his death as suspicious.
In a statement released via Police Scotland, his family said: 'Austin was popular, with friends across the city, and would do anything to help others. He was always smiling and his infectious laugh brought light into the lives of everyone who knew him. We are all devastated by what has happened and would like privacy at this terrible time.'
The investigation is being led by detectives from Police Scotland's Major Investigation Team. A picture taken on Monday showed a home on the street cordoned off with officers in attendance.
No one has been arrested in connection with the incident.
Detective Chief Inspector Carron McKellar said: 'Our thoughts remain with Austin's family and friends as they come to terms with their tragic loss. Extensive enquiries to establish the full circumstances remain ongoing and I would like to reassure the local community that everything is being done to trace who is responsible.
"We will have a continued police presence in the area and I would like to thank the local community for their co-operation. We continue to appeal for anyone with any information which may assist our efforts to please come forward. Anyone with information can contact police on 101, quoting incident 1991 of Sunday, 3 August, 2025. Alternatively, information can be passed to Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111.'
Karen Thompson said: "RIP Austin you were a lovely lad, always nice when he came to visit my son."
James Butler said: "R.I.P Austin (Ozzie, Fatty) Ironside.. you were a top lad will never forget the times we had, gone far too young, one of the best young lads around."
Michelle Sweeney said: "Sleep tight Austin you had a heart of gold."
Julie Wood said: "Such a tragic loss for the family, a young life gone too soon. Rest in peace, and know you're grandma and uncle and so many more family will be waiting for you."
Police have set up a link to our Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP) that allows members of the public to send information directly to the police.
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