Denzil Meyrick dead age 59: Police officer turned author wrote more than 20 novels

Scottish crime author Denzil Meyrick has died at the age of 59.

Meyrick, a bestselling writer, penned more than 20 novels, including the likes of Murder at Holly House and The Christmas Stocking Murders.

Before launching his writing career, he worked as a police officer with Strathclyde Police. He later found success as an author, best known for his 11-book series set in the fictional Scottish town of Kinloch, featuring DCI Jim Daley and his sidekick, DS Brian Scott.

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Most recently published by Transworld, Meyrick passed away peacefully at his home in Loch Lomond. Editorial director Finn Cotton said: “I had the honour of working with Denzil on four of his most recent books.

Denzil Meyrick was a police officer before becoming an author.Denzil Meyrick was a police officer before becoming an author.
Denzil Meyrick was a police officer before becoming an author. | Kirsty Anderson

“It was one of the most rewarding and enjoyable editorial partnerships of my career. I will miss him enormously, as a colleague but also as a friend.

“Everyone at Transworld loved working with him, and we feel incredibly proud to have published him.”

His literary agent, Jo Bell, added: “Denzil was a character like no other, a true storyteller, wonderful husband to Fiona and friend to so many. Denzil we will miss you.”

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