Man charged with murder in Ross-on-Wye
Kestutis Lekunas, 35, of Bluebell Close has been arrested for murdering a 39-year-old man in Ross-on-Wye on Sunday morning.
Last updated 4th Oct 2022
A man has been charged in connection with the death of a 39-year-old man in Ross-on-Wye on Sunday morning.
Officers were called to reports of an altercation at around 9:30am. The victim had sustained injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Kestutis Lekunas of Bluebell Close in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, was charged with murder on Monday (3 October). The 35-year-old has been remanded in custody and is due to appear at Worcester Magistrates Court today (4 October).
A 39-year-old woman, who was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in relation to the incident, has been released and will face no further action.
Detective Inspector Stephen Cook said: “This is a shocking incident and our thoughts go out to the family of the man who lost his life.
"This is an isolated incident and there is no wider risk to the public."
“I understand that incidents of this nature can be alarming, but would like to reassure the local community that this is an isolated incident and there is no wider risk to the public.
“You may see an increased police presence in the area over the coming days as our investigation continues.”