Murder investigation launched after man dies in Runcorn

A murder inquiry's underway after a man died after being found injured in Runcorn.

Published 13th Apr 2016

A murder enquiry has been launched after a man died in Runcorn.

A 27 year old man was found injured on Warrington Road around 8.30pm on Tuesday 12th April. He was taken to Whiston Hospital but was pronounced dead a short time later.

Chesire Police say formal identification is yet to to take place, and a post mortem will take place later today..

Three men aged 52, 36 and 28 have been arrested in relation to the incident and are currently being questioned