Staffordshire murder suspect bailed as police probe into man’s death continues

A 31-year-old murder suspect has been released on conditional bail as police continue to investigate the death of a man in Stafford. Officers were called to an address on Oberton Gardens at 9.15pm on Tuesday (November 21) following concerns for a man. Sadly, he was later pronounced dead at the scene.

Subsequently, a 31-year-old man, from Stafford, was arrested on suspicion of murder. Staffordshire Police[1] confirmed today that he has now been released on conditional bail. A cordon remains in place at the address as officers carry out enquiries.

Now detectives are keen to speak to anyone who might be able to help with the investigation – and have thanked those who have already come forward with information. Detective Inspector Ian Fitzgerald said: “My thoughts are very much with the man’s family at this sad and difficult time. Specialist officers are continuing to support them through this process.

We understand the concern this incident has caused in the local community and the speculation which has followed. “I would like to reiterate that our investigation is very much ongoing and I’d ask people not to speculate. We have spoken to a number of people as part of this investigation and are continuing to carry out enquiries to find out more about what happened.”

Anyone who hasn’t spoken to police already who might be able to help is urged to get in touch with by using the Major Incident Public Portal here: mipp.police.uk/operation/STAFFS23K19-PO1[2]. If you prefer to report anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Want more court and crime news?

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References

1. ^ Staffordshire Police (www.stokesentinel.co.uk)
2. ^ mipp.police.uk/operation/STAFFS23K19-PO1 (track.vuelio.uk.com)
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