Stacy Mair, 35, was found dead in a cottage in the village of Houston at about 7.50am on Monday. Her husband Jim Mair, 43, was also found dead at the cottage, with his death being treated as unexplained.
Assault charge weeks before death
Jim Mair had appeared at Paisley Sheriff Court on July 6 charged with assaulting the 35-year-old mother. The Scottish Sun reported he was granted bail on condition he did not approach her.
Police investigation
Police Scotland’s major investigation team is investigating the incident. The area around the cottage on Corsliehill Road has been sealed off. Officers had gone to the address following reports of concern for a person.
The pair were married in 2019. Jim Mair ran a tree removal company called TRS Tree Management. Ms Mair, from Falkland in Fife, had also been a director but resigned in January.
Police said Stacy Mair’s death is being treated as murder while Jim Mair’s death remains unexplained. The force said there is nothing to suggest anyone else is at risk of harm.
Community impact
Detective Chief Inspector Laura Young said: “Our thoughts remain with the families… They are understandably devastated and we are providing them with support through specialist officers at this incredibly difficult time.”
Chief Inspector Iain Farmer added: “This is a deeply upsetting incident for the families involved and the impact is felt right across the local community.”
Anyone with information can contact police on 101.
