Detectives launch murder inquiry after man's body found in Kenton
A man was found lying on a grassy area with facial injuries consistent with having been assaulted
Last updated 23rd Jan 2023
Detectives investigating the discovery of a man’s body in Kenton have confirmed they are treating it as suspected murder.
At about 8.20pm on Friday (January 20) officers were alerted by the ambulance service following a report of concern for the welfare of a man in the Brigham Avenue area.
A man in his 50s was found lying on a grassy area with facial injuries consistent with having been assaulted.
He was sadly confirmed as deceased at the scene and his next of kin have been informed. Specially-trained family liaison officers are continuing to offer them support.
A full investigation is ongoing as officers look to determine the circumstances surrounding the man’s death – and police are currently treating it as suspected murder.
Detective Chief Inspector Martin Brooks, of Northumbria Police, said: “We are determined to find out exactly what has happened here and get the man’s family the answers they rightly deserve.
“We believe the man was seriously assaulted on Friday night and whoever was responsible for inflicting those injuries has then left the scene. We are carrying out a huge range of enquiries in order to trace anyone believed to have been responsible.
“Those enquiries will continue throughout the course of today and officers remain in the area to gather evidence and speak to those living in the area. Anybody with concerns is encouraged to speak to an officer on duty.
“I am again asking for the public’s help in this investigation. If you saw anything suspicious in that area on Friday night, or saw a person or people heading away from the scene, let us know.
“Please also check any CCTV or dashcam footage if you live or were driving near that area. Your information could prove the key to our investigation.”