Murder investigation launched after death of man in Barnsley

Police were called last night.

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Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 6th Sep 2023

A murder investigation is underway after the death of a man in Barnsley.

Police say they were called to Worsbrough at 11.19pm last night to reports that a man had been stabbed.

A 45-year-old woman and a 44-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of murder.

A Police spokesperson said:

"Two people have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a man in Barnsley.

"Police were called to a property on George Street, Worsbrough, at 11.19pm last night (Tuesday 5 September) following a report that a man had been stabbed.

"The man was taken to hospital where sadly, he was pronounced dead a short time later. His next of kin has been informed.

"A forensic post mortem examination and formal identification are yet to take place, but a murder investigation has been launched.

"A 45-year-old woman and a 44-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of murder. They both remain in police custody."

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