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Man, 38, Arrested on Suspicion of Murder After Jewellery Quarter Death

Police now believe the 27-year-old was struck by a vehicle.

Overview

  • The 27-year-old, found with serious injuries on Mott Street shortly after 12:30am Monday, was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • The Major Crime Unit says early checks indicate he was hit by a vehicle.
  • Officers arrested a 38-year-old on suspicion of murder, and three men aged 25, 26, and 34 on suspicion of assisting an offender.
  • Police recovered a car they believe was involved and sent it for forensic examination.
  • The street stayed cordoned with a blue tent Tuesday as officers appealed for dash-cam or CCTV from midnight to 1am, asking callers to use 101 and quote log 103 of 20 April.