Wellington: one person still in custody after man died on Tuesday
Avon and Somerset Police say detectives are continuing to investigate the death of the man in Wellington on February 7
Last updated 9th Jun 2024
Avon and Somerset Police have confirmed that one person is still in custody after a man died in Wellington earlier this week.
The force's detectives are continuing their investigations following the incident on Tuesday, when emergency services were called to a property in Jurston Lane at about 8.25 in the morning on Tuesday (February 7).
There, a man in his 30s had been found critically injured, but died shortly after.
A man and a woman were arrested in West Midlands and Somerset respectively on suspicion of murder later that day.
The 33-year-old man remains in police custody, while the woman was released without charge this morning (February 9).
A post-mortem examination was carried out yesterday afternoon (February 8) and revealed the man died after sustaining a single stab wound.
The formal identification process will be completed today.
Detective Inspector Mark Newbury said: “Our thoughts remain with the family and we continue to update them as our investigation develops. Specialist officers are maintaining regular contact and providing support to them.
“A number of people have come forward to help our investigation over the past two days for which we are incredibly grateful. We are working hard to process all that information, as we further our understanding into what has happened in this tragic case.
“We’d like to reassure the public that it remains our belief this was an isolated incident.
“We’d also like to thank the local community for their patience and understanding while we make enquiries at the scene, which we expect will continue for the next couple of days. Anyone with concerns is encouraged to talk to officers in the area who will be happy to help.”
Anyone who can help our investigation into the man's death is asked to please call 101 and provide the call-handler with reference number 5223029844.
Alternatively, Crimestoppers will take information anonymously via its website or on 0800 555111.