Man arrested on suspicion of murder in Chelmsford investigation
A man died after being seriously injured in Nelson Grove this morning
Last updated 26th Jul 2022
A man's been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with an investigation in Chelmsford.
Officers were called to Nelson Grove after 4:30am this morning after ambulance crews found a man in his 40s who had been badly injured.
Despite the efforts of medics he died at the scene - a post mortem is yet to take place.
Police from Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate arrested a 25 year-old man from Chelmsford yesterday afternoon on suspicion of murder - he remains in custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Louise Metcalfe, of the Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate said “I appreciate that news of this man’s death has spread quickly today and caused a lot of concern within the community, but I hope this arrest provides some reassurance.
“This investigation has been fast-paced and we have already carried out extensive enquiries including house to house. I’d like to thank those in the community who have supported our officers with this investigation so far.
“We are continuing to appeal for the public’s help and appealing to anyone who may have any further information or witnessed anything suspicious in the area last night or this morning to contact us.
“As well as this, if you live in the area or were driving through the area and may have any dashcam or CCTV footage which could help, please contact us.”
Anyone with information is asked to call 101.