The family of Thomas Milligan, who died following an altercation in Lauder Road, Dalkeith in the early hours of Sunday morning have today paid tribute to him.
In a statement issued via Police Scotland, they said:
“Tam was a very much loved partner, father, grandfather and brother who will be sadly missed.
“He devoted his time to his work being a driving instructor and taxi driver. He loved socialising with his friends on a Sunday afternoon at the local pub and enjoyed listening to music.
“The family request to be left alone at this difficult time to come to terms with their loss”.
A 22-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with this incident and is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court today (Monday).
John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.
