Investigation underway following death of Dorchester man
Dorset Police say an investigation is underway following the death of a man who sustained serious injuries last month in Dorchester.
Last updated 29th Jan 2024
Police say they were called to reports of an assault at an address on Milford Road at around 9pm on Saturday 18 March, 2023.
A man in his 60s sustained serious injuries as a result and was taken to hospital for treatment.
On their Facebook, Dorset Police say the man died on the morning of Saturday 8 April, 2023 - and an investigation is now underway, led by detectives from the Force's Major Crime Investigation Team (MCIT).
Two men aged 18 and 20 have been arrested on suspicion of murder and conspiring to pervert the course of justice. A 44-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of conspiring to pervert the course of justice and assisting an offender.
The victim and arrested individuals were known to each other, according to police.
The man’s family have been updated with this development and HM Coroner has been notified.
Detective Chief Inspector Simon Huxter, of MCIT, said: “As a result of enquiries, we are treating the man’s death as suspicious and on the evening of Saturday 8 April 2023 we arrested three people in connection with the incident.
“Specially trained family liaison officers are supporting the man’s family and our thoughts are with them all at this difficult time.
"A cordon is in place and members of the public can expect to see an increased police presence in the area over the coming days while we progress our enquiries. Officers from the neighbourhood policing team can be approached with any specific concerns.”