Murder arrest after death of 45-year-old man in Parkgate

Emergency services were called to William Street at 1.10pm yesterday following reports that a  45-year-old man had been assaulted, a police spokesperson said.

The man, who was found with serious injuries, was taken to hospital but died about three hours later.

A post-mortem is expected to take place later today, the spokesperson added.

Police arrested a 28-year-old man on suspicion of murder yesterday evening and he remains in police custody.

The spokesperson said there would be a police presence on Williams Street and the surrounding area today while officers carried out their enquiries.

Anyone with information which may help the investigation should call police on 101, quoting incident number 375 of October 5.

Alternatively, to remain anonymous you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers to pass any information over by calling 0800 555 111.