A 19-year-old has been charged with murder after a brutal stabbing in Shirebrook, Derbyshire.
Horror on Valley Road: Man and Dog Stabbed to Death
Police were called to a house on Valley Road at around 8:45pm on Wednesday, 22 October, after reports of a stabbing. Armed officers swooped and arrested 19-year-old Logan Procter at the scene, suspecting murder.
The victim, 57-year-old Christopher Owen, was found with multiple stab wounds and tragically died at the property. In a shocking twist, a Jack Russell dog was also stabbed to death.
Teen Charged and Held in Custody
On Friday, 24 October, Derbyshire Police charged Logan Procter with murder and causing unnecessary suffering to a protected animal. Procter, from Valley Road, was remanded in custody and is due in Southern Derbyshire Magistrates’ Court today, Saturday, 25 October.
Ongoing Probe: Police Hunt for Witnesses
Detectives are pressing on with house-to-house enquiries. They’re urging anyone with information to step forward. Officers thanked those who have helped but stressed they need more tips to crack the case.
Anyone with info is urged to quote reference 25*621428 and contact Derbyshire Police by:
- Filling out the online form at the Derbyshire Police website
- Messaging the Derbyshire Constabulary Facebook page
- Calling 101
- Reporting anonymously to CrimeStoppers at 0800 555 111 or via the CrimeStoppers website
Derbyshire Police confirmed that Mr Owen’s family have been informed and are receiving support from specialist officers.
