Man arrested on suspicion of murder over death in Ryde flat
Police cordoned off the property in George Street
Last updated 5th Jan 2022
A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a man in a flat in Ryde.
Police were called to George Street on Tuesday afternoon where they found the body of the man, aged in his 30s.
Acting Detective Chief Inspector Adam Edwards said: "Incidents of this nature are incredibly rare on the Isle of Wight, and we can appreciate that this will cause some community concern.
"Please be reassured that enquiries are in hand and there is no wider risk to the public.
"Residents can expect to see an increased police presence in George Street and the surrounding areas while we conduct our investigation.
"We are urging anyone with information about this death to please make contact with us.
"We’re particularly keen to hear from anyone that may have seen, or heard, anything out of the ordinary in the area on the evening of Monday 3 January, and into the early hours of Tuesday 4 January."
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting Operation Amaryllis or 44220003393.