Lincoln murder investigation: Police name the man who died

Officers are trying to trace the driver of a red car who they believe may have vital information

Philip Woods with his dog Poppy
Author: Julie CastonPublished 7th Jun 2023

Police have named the person who died on Monday as 66-year-old Philip Woods.

His family have described him as a beloved Dad and Grandad, and have shared a picture of Philip with his dog Poppy, who is now being cared for by them.

His family are being supported by specially-trained officers.

Earlier today Lincolnshire Police appealed for anyone who was driving a red vehicle on Monday evening (5th June) after 7pm until 12.30am in the Gaunt Street area to get in touch with them.

They believe the driver of a red car may have vital information which could help with the murder investigation, but they don't have the make and model.

It's after a 66-year-old man died from a suspected head injury after he was found on Gaunt Street on Monday evening.

A 32-year-old man's been arrested on suspicion of murder.

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