Two arrested on suspicion of murder in Wellington

It follows the death of a man at a house in Jurston Lane on Tuesday morning

Author: Simon McleanPublished 7th Feb 2023

Police have arrested two people on suspicion of murder following the death of a man in Wellington.

Officers were called to Jurston Lane at 8.25am on Tuesday 7th February, where a man was found critically injured.

He was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later.

A man and woman arrested on suspicion of murder are currently in police custody.

Detective Inspector Mark Newbury, Senior Investigating Officer, said: “Our thoughts and sympathies go out to the man’s family. We have notified them of what has happened and specialist officers will be providing them with support as they try to come to terms with today’s tragic news.

“We are working hard to fully establish the circumstances of what has happened, but at this very early stage we believe this is likely to be an isolated incident. Two arrests have been made at this time.

“People living in the area can expect to see an increased police presence over the coming days while we conduct enquiries at the scene and carry out extra reassurance patrols in the area.

“While incidents of this nature are incredibly rare in Wellington, we fully appreciate today’s events will cause concern within the community. We’d encourage anyone who is worried to speak with those officers on patrol who will be happy to stop and assist as best they can.”

Anyone with information is asked to call Avon and Somerset Police on 101 and provide the call-handler with reference number 5223029844.

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