Woman, 21, named locally after suffering ‘horror injuries’ in Scots flat as man arrested over death
A MAN has been arrested in connection with the death of a woman who is alleged to have suffered horror injuries at a Lanarkshire flat.
Phoenix Spencer, 21, was found dead in a property in East Kilbride on Monday afternoon.
Emergency services raced to the scene where they discovered her body. It is understood she suffered severe wounds to her neck and head.
Stunned locals watched as police cars and ambulances turned up just after lunchtime.
Officers were seen to race into a block of flats which were immediately locked down.
It is believed Phoenix died on Saturday but the alarm was only raised two days later.
A 26-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death.
Popular Phoenix had been employed in numerous restaurants in Lanarkshire including in Strathaven and Hamilton.
It is believed she had been working on Friday but a source said she had failed to turn up for a shift on Monday.
One local told of their shock as police descended on Glen Lee in the St Leonard’s area of the town.
They said: “It was like something out of a movie, the blue lights were everywhere and it was obvious something very serious was going on.
“This is normally a very quiet area so nobody can quite believe what has happened.”
Another said: “People are in complete and utter shock.
“This young woman had her whole life in front of her.”
Police sealed off the block of flats and a cordon was thrown over the area while detectives combed the area for clues.
Officers are still probing the death but believe there is no risk to the wider public.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 12.10pm on Monday, 18 November, 2024, we were called to the death of a woman at a flat on Glen Lee in East Kilbride.
“A 26-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the alleged incident and enquiries are ongoing.
“Officers remain at the scene however there is no wider risk to the public.”
Dozens of tributes to tragic Phoenix have poured in online.
One devastated friend wrote: “I am absolutely speechless. Phoenix you did not deserve this, how can this world be so cruel? RIP angel. A friendship I will never forget.”
Another posted: “Completely devastated to hear about Phoenix. Sending all my love to her mum and family. Such a tragic loss.”
A third said: “Totally heartbreaking news. Such a beautiful young lady, my heart goes out to all her family and friends.”
A fourth added: “Gorgeous girl with her full life ahead of her. My thoughts are with her family and friends.”