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Lorraine Kelly’s Father Dies at 84 as Police Probe Possible Fall on Icy Path

Police Scotland is treating the case as unexplained and not suspicious, assessing whether freezing conditions contributed.

Overview

  • John Kelly was found injured near St Leonard's Square in East Kilbride around 7am on Saturday and was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • Officers said a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal after completing initial inquiries.
  • Investigators are examining whether a slip on ice played a role following a Met Office yellow warning for snow and ice, with local Tesco staff reported to have raised the alarm.
  • Lorraine Kelly announced the loss on Instagram, requested privacy, and said the family is focusing on caring for her mother.
  • ITV confirmed Christine Lampard hosted Lorraine’s show on Monday as colleagues shared on-air condolences and messages of support.