Murder investigation launched in Yeovil

Police have been given an extra 36 hours to question the two men arrested in connection with the incident

The assault happened in the early hours of Monday 30 August
Author: Abi SimpsonPublished 13th Dec 2020
Last updated 14th Dec 2020

Avon and Somerset Police has launched a murder investigation following the death of a 40 year-old man

Officers were called to a flat on Hendford Hill on Saturday 12th December where the victim was found with life-threatening injuries.

He was taken to hospital where he later died.

Two men, aged 23 and 29, have been arrested on suspicion of murder. Police have now been granted permission to hold them in custody for a further 36 hours for questioning.

Officers remain in the area and at the premises where the incident happened today.

A forensic post-mortem is currently taking place.

Senior Investigating Officer Det Insp Phil Walker, of the Major Crime Investigation Team, said:

“Our investigation is progressing at pace and I’d like to thank the local community for their patience and support while police activity continues at the scene, including searches and forensic enquiries.

“We’re keeping the family of the victim updated and are providing them with all the support they need at this very difficult time. A formal identification procedure has not yet taken place.

“We’d still like to hear from anyone who saw or heard anything suspicious in the Hendford Hill area on Friday night, into Saturday morning, if they haven’t already spoken with us.”

If you can help, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5220278520.

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