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Investigation Launched into Suspicious Shotgun Murder of Jordan Gray in Motherwell
12/17/2025, 12:36:19 AM
Core Event: Jordan Gray's Death
Jordan Gray, a 27-year-old new father, was found dead in a suspected shotgun murder at his home on Shields Court in the Muirhouse area of Motherwell on December 15, 2025. His body was discovered by family members around 4:30 PM, with reports indicating he suffered a fatal bullet wound to the chest. Police Scotland is treating the case as suspicious and has initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.
Eyewitness Accounts and Evidence
Cousin Samuel Durnion, who discovered Gray's body, described the scene, stating that the door appeared to have been forcibly entered. He recounted finding Gray lying on the couch, covered with a blanket, and initially mistook him for sleeping. Durnion noted that CCTV footage from a doorbell camera captured a hooded individual entering the home around 11:15 PM the previous night, followed by two loud bangs that resembled gunfire. The footage has been submitted to the police as part of the ongoing investigation.
Detective Superintendent Grant Hendry of Police Scotland's Major Investigation Team indicated that the police believe Gray's death occurred late on December 14 or in the early hours of December 15. He emphasized that the incident appears to be a targeted attack, with no broader threat to the public.
Official Statements & Responses
A spokesperson for Police Scotland confirmed the details of the incident, stating, "Around 4:30 PM on Monday, 15 December 2025, police were called to a property on Shields Court in Motherwell where a 27-year-old man was found deceased within." The spokesperson added that the victim's family is being supported by specially trained officers as the investigation unfolds.
Community Reaction and Tributes
The local community has expressed shock and grief over Gray's death, particularly as he had recently become a father. Claire Kerr, the mother of Gray's newborn child, shared her sorrow online, stating, "I can't believe I need to write this, but RIP Jordan Gray. We had our ups and downs but we have a beautiful baby boy together that is your absolute image." Friends and family have paid tribute to Gray, highlighting the tragedy of his untimely death just weeks before Christmas.
What's Next: Ongoing Investigation
Police are actively seeking information from the public regarding the incident, urging anyone who may have seen anything suspicious in the area on the night of the murder to come forward. An online portal has been established for the public to submit information directly to the Major Investigation Team. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to uncover the full circumstances surrounding Jordan Gray's death.
