A MAN in his 20s from Redditch has been arrested as part of a murder investigation after a man died at his home in Guinness Close, Headless Cross on Wednesday night, July 15.
The arrest was made by armed officers in Redditch at around 12 midday, today Thursday, July 16.
Detective Inspector Mark Walters said: “A man is now in police custody who has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
“The victim’s family are being supported by specially trained officers at what is understandably a very traumatic and upsetting time.”
Inspector Lee Page said: “I would like to thank the local community for their ongoing support and patience at this time as there will be a continued police presence at the victim’s property.
“Residents can also expect to see extra officers and high visibility patrols in the area over the next few days and I would encourage anyone with any concerns to please get in touch with their local Safer Neighbourhood Teams.
“I would ask that anyone with any information about the incident which happened last night around 10pm in Guinness Close, Redditch please call 101 quoting incident 706i of 15 July 2020.”
