Man, 49, dies in custody at Kirkcaldy Police Station

It is understood to have happened at the St Brycedale Road building on Tuesday.

No details have been given, but Police Scotland confirmed a 49-year old man had died - and his next of kin informed.

As with all deaths in custody, an independent review will now take place to establish the circumstances.

A police spokesperson said: “Police Scotland can confirm that a 49-year-old male has died while in custody at Kirkcaldy Police Station.

“The deceased’s next of kin have been informed.

“The Police Investigations and Review Commissioner is undertaking a Crown-directed investigation into the circumstances and we will fully assist the PIRC with its enquiries.”

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