Pensioner in his 90s found dead in house as murder investigation launched

A man in his 90s has been found dead at a home near Bristol, with a murder investigation launched shortly after.

Avon and Somerset Police were called to a property in Mill Lane, Hambrook, just before 9.55am on Saturday.

Officers arrested a man in his 60s on suspicion of murder, and he now remains in police custody.

It is understood that this was an ‘isolated incident’ and that the two people were known to one another.

Although the formal identification process has not yet been completed, police believe the victim to be a man in his 90s and his next of kin have been informed.

Neighbourhood Chief Inspector Steph McKenna stressed that the police enquiries are at an early stage, but said: ‘Our thoughts are with the man’s family at this hugely upsetting time.

‘We can confirm a man in his 60s has been arrested on suspicion of murder and he remains in police custody.

‘We will carry out a thorough investigation into what has happened, and this will be led by our Major Crime Investigation Team.

‘Our enquiries are at an early stage, but at this time it appears this was an isolated incident and between two people known to one another.

‘While there is not believed to be any ongoing risk to the public, the local community can expect to see an increased police presence in the coming days while investigative work is carried out, along with high-visibility reassurance patrols.

‘As always, if you have any concerns please speak to those officers and PCSOs on patrol as they will be happy to speak and try to assist as much as possible.’

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