Murder investigation underway into death of man in Walton
Emergency services were called to a home in the Spellow Lane area last night
A murder investigation is underway into the death of a man in Walton.
Emergency services were called to an address on Spellow Lane at about 6.10pm last night (Tuesday 26th November 2024) following reports of safety concerns.
A 65-year-old man was given treatment, but he sadly he died at the scene.
A 52 year old man from Toxteth was arrested nearby on suspicion of murder. An investigation is underway into the death which is currently being treated as unexplained.
Crime scene investigators will be carrying out forensic examinations at the scene and house-to-house inquiries are underway. Detectives will also be checking CCTV footage from the local area as part of the investigation.
Detective Chief Inspector Alyson Keenan from Merseyside Police said:
"The investigation is in its early stages and we are appealing to anyone who may have information which could assist us to come forward. If you have any information that could help us please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
Anyone who can assist the investigation is asked to DM @MerPolCC or message Merseyside Police Contact Centre on Facebook, quoting reference 0791 of 26 November.