Man released on bail as murder investigation continues in Scarborough

The 34-year-old was arrested on on Saturday (September 17)

Author: Liam ArrowsmithPublished 20th Sep 2022
Last updated 20th Sep 2022

Police investigating the death of a man in Scarborough have said a 34-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on bail.

Officers were called to Newborough following reports of an assault at around 21:00 on Saturday, September 17, and a man in his 50s was taken to hospital.

A 34-year-old man was arrested a short time later.

North Yorkshire Police said the man, who was from Hull, had serious injuries and died a short time later

Detective Superintendent Fran Naughton, of North Yorkshire Police, said: “I know this tragic incident will understandably cause concern in the local community, but I want to reassure Scarborough residents that it is an isolated occurrence.

“We have had a positive response to our appeal for information and witnesses so far. If anyone else has information that could assist the investigation – particularly people who were in the Newborough/Eastborough area of the town between 9pm and 9.30pm on Saturday 17 September – I would ask them to come forward as soon as possible."

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