Murder Probe Launched After Man Found Dead in Shipley Home
West Yorkshire Police have kicked off a murder investigation after a man was found dead at a property on Stead Street, Shipley.
Emergency services rushed to the scene at 9.29am on Monday 22 April following a welfare concern report. They discovered a 43-year-old man who was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Two Arrested Over Suspected Murder
Police have arrested a 65-year-old man and a 54-year-old woman on suspicion of murder. Both remain in custody while detectives from the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team (HMET) continue their inquiries.
A post-mortem examination is planned for later today to determine the exact cause of death.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
“This is a tragic incident and our thoughts are with the victim’s family at this difficult time. We are conducting a thorough investigation to establish the full circumstances surrounding the man’s death,” said a West Yorkshire Police spokesperson.
Anyone with information is urged to contact West Yorkshire Police on 101 or online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk, quoting log 379 of 22 April. Alternatively, info can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
