Murder Probe Launched After Man in 70s Found Dead in Lake Woodland
Shocking Assault Ends in Death
Police have launched a murder investigation after a man, believed to be in his 70s, was found dead in woodland in Lake. The victim was seriously assaulted and pronounced dead at the scene on Monday afternoon (27 May).
Suspect Arrested in Sandown
A 60-year-old man from Sandown has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody. Formal identification of the victim has not yet taken place.
Police Seek Witnesses
Detective Chief Inspector Justin Torgout said: “Investigations into the circumstances surrounding this death are in the very early stages at the moment, but we will be in a position to update with more information later, once further enquiries have taken place. We currently have someone in custody and are keen to establish the exact circumstances of this man’s death, so if you have any information that could assist us then please call us on 101.”
