A 35-year-old man appeared in court charged with murdering Minnie Merriman, a 9-year-old girl found injured in Arbroath on Monday. The child's family expressed devastation over her death in a statement to authorities. Police responded to reports of the injured girl and launched an immediate investigation. The suspect now faces a murder charge in connection with the case. Details surrounding the circumstances of her death remain under investigation. The case has drawn significant attention in the Scottish community where the incident occurred. Authorities have not yet released additional information about potential motives or the relationship between the accused and the victim. The case continues through the legal system with the court appearance marking an early stage in proceedings.