POLICE have launched a murder investigation after the death of a man in Malvern.
Officers were called to Belle Vue Terrace around 12.45am this morning (Saturday, July 12) following a report of an altercation.
When officers arrived a 52-year-old man was found unconscious on the floor and was taken to the Worcestershire Royal Hospital, where he was sadly pronounced dead.
A 25-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder and a 17-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of murder and assault.
Both remain in police custody.
Det Ch Insp Lee Holehouse said: “Our thoughts are with the family of the man who has sadly lost his life.
“This incident will no doubt concern the local community, and we can say that this is an isolated incident, and we have arrested two people who remain in our custody.
“Officers will remain at the scene, and you will see an increased police presence over the next few days as our investigation continues.”
He urged anyone who witnessed the incident or anyone with information or CCTV, dash cam or doorbell footage of the area at the time to call police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
