A fatal accident inquiry is to be held into the death of a man who was killed by his son in Falkirk.
Alexander Gray, who was 73 years old, was killed by Christopher Gray in the flat they shared in February 2021.
Christopher Gray was acquitted of murder on the basis that he was not criminally responsible for his conduct at the time due to a mental disorder.
Christopher is to remain at Carstairs State Hospital "indefinitely".
The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service has now lodged a First Notice to begin the court process for a discretionary fatal accident inquiry.
Procurator Fiscal Andy Shanks, who leads on death investigations said: “The death of Alexander Gray occurred in circumstances giving rise to significant public concern and as such a discretionary fatal accident inquiry should be held.
“An FAI will allow a full public airing of the evidence of the procurator fiscal’s wider investigations with interested parties.
“The evidence will be tested in a public setting and be the subject of an independent judicial determination.
“Mr Alexander Gray’s family will continue to be kept informed of significant developments as court proceedings progress.”
Falkirk council tax to rise by 15.6%
Changes to Stirling bin collections
Stirling visitor levy consultation launched
Petition against Falkirk service cut
£200 million Grangemouth funding boost