Two arrested on suspicion of murder after death of man in Doncaster

A 38-year-old man and a 42-year-old woman are in custody

A man was found unresponsive on Orchard Street in Thorne on Tuesday
Author: Matt SoanesPublished 10th Apr 2025

Two people have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a man in Doncaster earlier this week.

Officers were called to Orchard Street in Thorne at 11:14pm on Tuesday, after a 47 year old was found unresponsive.

He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The victim's family is being supported by specialist officers.

Two people, a 38-year-old man and a 42-year-old woman have been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in police custody.

Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector Simon Cartwright said:

"We are in the early stages of the investigation. At this time the man's cause of death is unexplained and our team of detectives are working hard to establish the circumstances surrounding this incident.

"We have now arrested two people on suspicion of murder and are keen to hear from anyone with any information that could help our investigation.

"You can contact us online or by calling 101. Please quote incident number 1091 of 10 April 2025 when you get in touch.

“You can also provide information anonymously via Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org”

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