Family vow to get justice after man accused of killing ex-partner dies

A family has vowed to get justice after a man charged with murdering his former partner died in prison.

Lee Greenan, 46, was accused of killing Vikki Soloman at a house on Craigievar Square, in Edinburgh's East Craigs area, on the evening of Monday 20 July.

The 44-year-old mum was found with serious injuries and pronounced dead at the scene.

Greenan made no plea when he appeared in court on Wednesday, and he was found dead at HMP Edinburgh on Sunday morning.

In a statement released through the police, Soloman's family said they had been "deeply moved" and "overwhelmed" by supportive messages that brought them "great comfort at this devastating time".

They said: "The community's solidarity provides the family great strength as they feel the profound loss and grief of losing Vikki, taken so young and in such tragic circumstances.

"The loss of a devoted mother has left an irreplaceable loss.

"Furthermore, news of the passing of Lee Greenan, the man charged with her murder, is another bitter blow to the family."

Police said there did not appear to be any suspicious circumstances around Greenan's death in prison.

Soloman's family added: "The family remains determined to pursue justice for Vikki.

"Their primary focus now is on her two children and are committed to ensuring they are safe, supported and surrounded by their mother's lasting legacy of love.

"The family kindly asks for privacy as they grieve and focus on supporting the boys."

The Scottish Prison Service said a fatal accident inquiry will be held into Greenan's death in due course.