Two more arrests following murder in Monk Bretton

Alan Sutton, 41, was found with stab wounds on Sunday

Alan Sutton, 41, died at the scene
Author: Rosanna Robins Published 5th Sep 2024

Police investigating the murder of a man in Monk Bretton in Barnsley last Sunday (1st September) have made another two arrests.

A 50-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of affray, with a 36-year-old woman also arrested on suspicion of affray as well as perverting the course of justice. They both remain in police custody.

It brings the total number of arrests to seven.

Alan Sutton, 41, was found with stab wounds on Burton Road at 4.23pm and died at the scene.

Several roads were closed following the incident

A 19-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of murder. A 40-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of affray, criminal damage, possession of an offensive weapon and assault, with a 41-year-old man arrested on suspicion of affray and assault. They have all been released on bail pending further enquiries.

Callum Strachan, 21, of Burton Road, Barnsley, has been charged with murder. He appeared at Barnsley Magistrates' Court today (Thursday 5 September) where he has been remanded until his next appearance at Sheffield Crown Court on Monday.

Police are continuing to appeal for any witnesses or information and ask that anyone who believes they can help to get in touch: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/14SY24B02-PO1