Detectives investigating the death of a man in
Bournemouth are renewing their appeal for
witnesses and anyone with information to come forward.
At approximately 2.26am on Wednesday 25
July 2012, Dorset Police received a report that a man had been
seriously injured at an address in Roumelia Lane in the Boscombe
area of the town.
Officers attended and the body of a
man was discovered.
Detective Chief Inspector Kevin
Connolly, of Dorset Police’s Major Crime Team, said: “We are
investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.
“As a result, members of the public may have
noticed increased police activity in Bournemouth as local officers
including firearms officers searched the area.
“I would urge any witnesses and anyone
with information to contact Dorset Police as soon as possible.
“I am especially keen to speak with
anyone who saw anything suspicious or unusual in the area of
Windsor Road, Roumelia Lane, Cecil Road and Sea Road between
midnight and 4am this morning, Wednesday 25 July 2012.
“I would like to reassure members of the
public that an extensive investigation is ongoing and there is no
immediate concern for the safety of the community.”
The deceased man has not yet been
formally identified. Next of kin are aware and the Coroner has been
notified.
Witnesses and anyone with
information should call Dorset Police in confidence on 101 quoting
incident number 25:46. Alternatively, call the free and anonymous
Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111 where mobile phone tariffs may
apply.