15-Year-Old Boy Arrested in Connection with Man's Death in Goole

Police have now arrested a 15 year old boy over the death of a man in Goole at the weekend.

A post mortem's revealed that the 42 year old died from a head injury consistent with a fall.

The man was found injured at a property on Hook Road on Sunday night.

A 17-year-old boy who was arrested on suspicion of murder and the 15 year old have been bailed as enquiries continue.

Senior Investigating Officer Detective Chief Inspector Jim Clough said:

“Enquiries are continuing to establish the circumstances leading up to the incident in which the man sustained his injuries.

“There will continue to be an increased police presence in our area and our neighbourhood policing team are also out providing reassurance to residents, so please do come and speak to them if you have any concerns.

“If anyone has any further information that may help with our ongoing investigation, please call on our non-emergency number 101 quoting log 396 of 20 October.”

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can report via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.